Tech Lead (Node.js + Frontend)

Netguru is a trusted partner in digital commerce. The company helps leading brands modernize B2B solutions, marketplaces, and retail ecosystems. Since 2008, it has empowered businesses with cutting-edge technology, AI-powered personalization, and world-class engineering and design teams. A certified B Corporation®, Netguru is trusted by major brands including IKEA, VW, OLX, Delivery Hero, Żabka, Wolt, Careem, and Vinted.

How freelancing works at Netguru?

As a Netguru freelancer, you can choose what works well for you. You decide when, where, and how you work on projects and tasks.

We match you with work that fits your skills. Plus, you have access to various opportunities across different industries and companies. That means you will not only gain more experience, but also develop various skills.

But there's more. Netguru freelancers can benefit from full-time collaboration and really be a part of the team.

So, are you ready to make an impact? Join Netguru, and let's build beautiful software together.

• PLN 14 000 - 23 500 monthly gross (Contract of employment).
• PLN 16 800 - 28 200 monthly before tax (Long-term contract (B2B)) + 20 paid days off.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain the technical vision for assigned projects and stack practice.
• Make architectural and technology stack decisions aligned with long-term strategy.
• Enforce coding standards, best practices, and engineering excellence.
• Manage technical debt – identify, prioritise, and oversee resolution.
• People Management of up to 12 people.
• Provide direct line management for developers: 1:1s, performance reviews, career planning, salary input.
• Mentor developers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Participate in recruitment and ensure effective onboarding for new hires.
• Support presales processes with technical expertise, including high-level designs, architecture proposals, and highlighting potential risks and challenges.
• Decompose business requirements into technical deliverables and support accurate estimations.
• Promote innovation by monitoring trends and recommending relevant solutions.
• Contribute to department-wide discussions on technologies and ways of working, providing input on efficiency, optimization, and best practices.

• Strengthen client trust and satisfaction (NPS) by ensuring high technical quality and timely delivery.

• Deep technical expertise Node.js min. 6+ years of experience.
• Experience in frontend (preferable React),
• Strong system design and architecture skills.
• Previous experience in people leadership: coaching, feedback, conflict resolution.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders.
• Decision-making and proactive problem-solving.
• Ability to balance business constraints with technical quality.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1+), Polish is nice to have.

• Experience with headless solutions like CMS (Strapi), E-commerce (Medusa, Saleor) or payment gateways (Strapi, Adyen) will be an additional advantage.

• Access to the WorkSmile platform offering benefits adapted to your preferences:
• Multisport card,
• Private health insurance package,
• Life insurance,
• And hundreds of other options to choose from 15 categories (shopping, leisure, travel, food, etc.).
• Discounts on Apple products.
• Performance Bonus.
• Various internal initiatives: webinars, knowledge-sharing sessions, internal conferences.
• 20 paid days off.

Don't hesitate and apply right away!
At Netguru, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you require any disability-related adaptations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We're here to help!