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. You will guide and mentor a team of 5-6 backend engineers, ensuring the team delivers high-quality code, adheres to best practices, and meets project deadlines. Your hands-on development using TypeScript, Node.js, and Nestjs will be instrumental in building robust and scalable backend systems. Proficiency in managing databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB will help you implement efficient data storage and retrieval strategies. Additionally, your expertise in Elasticsearch, Neptune, and Gremlin will enable you to handle complex data structures and relationships effectively. In this role, you will conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software. Collaboration with frontend teams, designers, and product managers will be crucial to ensure seamless integration and alignment with business goals. Furthermore, you will be responsible for planning, tracking, and reporting on project progress while effectively managing resources to meet deadlines. To excel in this position, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development. Strong proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Neptune, and Gremlin is required. Your proven experience in leading a team of engineers, excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication and collaboration skills will be essential. Experience in a fast-paced, agile environment and prior experience in a similar lead role are preferred. Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub portfolio will be considered a plus.,