Lead Backend Developer

As a Lead Backend Engineer at our dynamic tech company, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture and leading a talented team of 5-6 engineers. Your expertise in a diverse tech stack and your leadership skills will be essential in driving our backend projects to success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of 5-6 backend engineers, ensuring high-quality code delivery, adherence to best practices, and timely project completion.
• Implement efficient data storage and retrieval strategies.
• Work with Neptune and Gremlin to handle complex data structures and relationships.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.
• Work closely with frontend teams, designers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business goals.
• Plan, track, and report on project progress. Manage resources effectively to meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• Expertise in Elasticsearch.
• Hands-on development using TypeScript, Node. JS, and NestJS to build robust and scalable backend systems.
• Proficient in managing databases, PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Node. JS, PostgreSQL and JavaScript.
• Strong experience in architecture and database design.
• Proven experience leading a team of engineers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Proven experience in scaling backend.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Prior experience in a similar lead role.
• Experience with Gremlin, Neptune, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, TypeScript, and BigQuery.
• Familiarity with AWS and its cloud-based services.

Skills

Elasticsearch, JavaScript, NestJS, Node.js, NodeJS, TypeScript, backend