Tech Lead

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

📋 Description

• Lead the development team by providing both technical and line-management guidance.

• Take charge of ensuring the successful execution of projects.

• Proactively identify and address blockers before they escalate into issues.

• Uphold best practices in software development, DevOps, and agile methodologies within the team.

• Collaborate directly with clients, converting requirements into technical specifications.

• Influence and establish architectural decisions to guarantee scalability, security, and maintainability.

• Communicate updates to clients and Nearform leadership to ensure a comprehensive understanding of project status and facilitate informed decision-making.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in software engineering along with a minimum of 2 years in a Technical Lead role, including project leadership and mentoring. For this position, we seek professional expertise in Golang and/or Python, as well as a modern Frontend tech stack (React/Angular/TypeScript).

• Experience in developing AI applications and working with Agentic frameworks and platforms (e.g., LangGraph, Agentspace, etc.).

• Proven experience in direct client engagement to comprehend technical requirements.

• Demonstrated experience in using Kubernetes for container orchestration.

• Strong background in CI/CD practices, including hands-on experience with Terraform, Helm, and other cloud-native Infrastructure as Code (IaC) technologies.

• In-depth knowledge of observability practices, with hands-on experience using OpenTelemetry (OTel) and associated tools.

• Experience in leading software engineering teams through technical deliveries, including either direct line management or mentoring.

• Comprehensive understanding of agile methodologies, best practices, and design patterns.

• Profound knowledge of test-driven development and testing best practices.

• Strong command of version control systems, such as Git.

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Awareness of operational aspects, including monitoring, performance testing, security considerations, accessibility, and GDPR compliance.

• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual Company Bonus - Everyone contributes to Nearform's success, so all team members share in the profits annually based on company performance.

• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We are genuinely committed to maintaining a work/life balance. Our flexible working culture accommodates personal commitments, like school runs.

• Flexible Time Off Package - Enjoy a flexible annual leave policy along with public holidays, sick leave, marriage leave, and more.

• Remote Working Allowance - Every two years, you will receive a budget of up to €1250 (or equivalent in USD) to create a comfortable and productive workspace, in addition to the essential equipment provided by Nearform upon joining.

• Training and Development Allowance - Nearform is dedicated to investing in ongoing learning and professional development for employees. You are encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that foster your growth and that of others, pending manager approval.

• Healthcare - We prioritize your health by offering additional private healthcare at Nearform. Feel free to contact our team for more information about the plan offered.

• 401k - We provide a 401k plan with a match of up to 4%, without minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employer contributions.