Backend Team Lead

Job Summary:

The job holder will be responsible for leading and managing a team of backend engineers, both onsite and remote, to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.

Responsibilities:

Drive the migration of VUZ existing monolithic application to a microservices-based architecture, identify opportunities for increased efficiency and modularity.

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Node.js and Java to make informed technical decisions and provide hands-on technical guidance to the team.

Champion best practices in software development, code reviews, and architectural design to ensure the delivery of robust and scalable solutions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps, and product managers, to define project requirements and ensure successful project delivery.

Take ownership of application monitoring, performance optimization, and troubleshooting to proactively identify and resolve potential issues.

Utilize your expertise in Redis, MySQL, and MongoDB to design and implement efficient data storage and retrieval mechanisms.

Demonstrate a strong understanding of AWS services, particularly EKS, S3, and other relevant services, to architect and deploy applications in the cloud environment.

Promote a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and career growth within the team, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and ensure our backend solutions remain cutting-edge.

Requirements:

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or any related field.

Minimum of 10+ years of experience working with Node.js and Java for developing scalable backend solutions.

Proven experience in leading and managing a team of software engineers, with a focus on backend development.

Extensive hands-on experience with Node.js and Java, along with a solid understanding of microservices architecture.

Previous experience in migrating monolithic applications to microservices is a strong plus.

Deep knowledge of application monitoring and performance optimization techniques.

Proficiency in working with Redis, MySQL, and MongoDB, including data modeling and query optimization.

Strong familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), particularly EKS and S3.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.