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.