Senior Backend Developer & Team Lead
We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer & Team Lead for our client — an established technology company developing real-time, interactive platforms used across various global industries.
This role involves leading a small development team and taking technical ownership of a scalable backend system that supports high-performance applications. It’s a great opportunity to combine hands-on backend engineering with team leadership in a modern cloud-native environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a backend development team in an agile, collaborative environment
Design, implement, and maintain robust backend services and RESTful APIs
Drive technical decisions to ensure stability, scalability, and performance
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including DevOps, product, and support
Ensure secure, high-availability deployments in cloud-based infrastructure
Contribute to architectural improvements and best practices
✅ Ideal Profile
5+ years of backend or fullstack development experience
Previous experience in a leadership or team lead role
Proficiency with Node.js (Go or Python a plus)
Strong understanding of API development, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), and infrastructure-as-code
Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Fluent in English; excellent communication and collaboration skills
⭐ Bonus Points For
Experience in real-time systems, streaming, or low-latency platforms
Knowledge of microservices, containers (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows