Lead Software Engineer, Backend

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ukraine.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure systems and APIs for impactful real-time applications.

• Take ownership of the entire development lifecycle, from architecture to workstream breakdown and implementation support.

• Produce high-performance, well-tested code that meets standards for reliability and scalability.

• Set and enforce best practices for code quality, design patterns, testing, and system performance.

• Diagnose, debug, and resolve intricate production issues.

• Work collaboratively with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to engineers through constructive guidance and feedback.

• Influence the team’s roadmap and technical direction while promoting ownership and a culture of continuous learning.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a suitable combination of education, experience, and training.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in object-oriented backend development utilizing languages such as C#.

• Advanced proficiency in OOP principles, design patterns, and backend architecture.

• Capability to architect, build, and scale distributed systems in cloud environments like AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Experience in developing and maintaining automated unit, integration, and performance testing suites.

• Proven track record of mentoring engineers, leading code and design reviews, and influencing technical decisions across cross-functional teams.

• Experience in building high-performance, scalable distributed applications and microservices.

• Expertise in event streaming and non-relational databases such as MongoDB.

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and observability tools such as Datadog.

• Understanding of the complete Software Development Life Cycle.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.

• May be required to obtain a gaming license from the relevant state agency as a condition of employment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous vacation and paid time off policies.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative work environment.