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Lead Software Engineer (Backend)
Posted 7 days ago
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Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Lead Software Engineer specializing in backend development to join their innovative, fully remote engineering team. This is a critical role responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems. As a remote-first position, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers using modern collaboration tools. Your responsibilities will include leading the architecture and implementation of new features, ensuring code quality through rigorous testing and code reviews, and mentoring junior engineers. You will also play a key role in optimizing application performance, troubleshooting complex issues, and contributing to the overall technical strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js), database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven experience in building and deploying large-scale distributed systems is essential. Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and CI/CD pipelines is highly desirable. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills are a must for effective remote teamwork. You should be comfortable working in an agile environment and be passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the technical direction of exciting projects and contribute to a thriving remote engineering culture. You will be working on challenging problems and have the autonomy to make significant technical decisions. Our client values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within the **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE** region, while being an integral part of a globally distributed team.
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Lead Software Engineer (Backend)
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client is actively seeking a talented and experienced Lead Software Engineer (Backend) to join their innovative and fully remote technology team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned developer to take on a leadership role, architecting and building scalable, high-performance backend systems that power cutting-edge applications. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical direction of our backend services, mentoring junior engineers, and driving best practices in software development. The ideal candidate will have a proven history of designing robust APIs, managing complex databases, and implementing efficient microservices architectures. Your responsibilities will include leading code reviews, contributing to architectural decisions, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, maintainable, and secure code. We are looking for someone with a passion for problem-solving, a deep understanding of distributed systems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This role demands strong collaboration skills, as you will work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver seamless user experiences. You will also be involved in performance optimization, troubleshooting, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our backend infrastructure. The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, is crucial. As a fully remote position, you will have the autonomy to manage your work effectively while contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment. This is an excellent chance to make a significant impact on a growing product and work with modern technologies in a flexible, remote-first setting. We value innovation, teamwork, and a dedication to technical excellence. If you are a motivated engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership opportunity, we encourage you to apply. The compensation package will reflect the significant experience and leadership qualities we are seeking. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of backend services and APIs.
- Architect scalable and resilient microservices.
- Mentor and guide junior backend engineers.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver new features.
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in backend development.
- Contribute to technical roadmap planning and architectural decisions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of professional backend software development experience.
- Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
- Extensive experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Deep understanding of RESTful API design principles.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong knowledge of software architecture patterns and best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Lead Software Engineer - Backend
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer specializing in backend development to join their fully remote engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and robust backend systems that power innovative applications. This role requires strong technical leadership, a deep understanding of software architecture, and the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers. Your expertise will be crucial in building high-performance, reliable software solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of backend services and APIs.
- Architect scalable, maintainable, and high-performance software solutions.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
- Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define project requirements and technical specifications.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and security.
- Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in backend development.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in backend software development.
- Proven experience in leading software engineering teams and projects.
- Expertise in designing and building scalable microservices architectures.
- Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Ruby, Node.js).
- Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), including performance optimization.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservice communication patterns.
- Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
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