Backend Development Team Lead

2 weeks ago


Kraków, Lesser Poland, Czech Republic ITDS Full time

Lead a High-Performing Engineering Team to New Heights

Kraków-based opportunity with the possibility to work 60% remotely

As a Backend Team Lead, you will be working for our client, a global marketing analytics platform trusted by top brands to power their business decisions with real-time insights. You will be leading the development of large-scale, event-driven backend systems used by millions daily. The project involves building and optimizing robust, scalable, and distributed SaaS infrastructure, driving innovation and reliability across cloud-native services. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery, and you'll play a key role in shaping technical decisions and mentoring backend developers.

You're ideal for this role if you have:
  • At least 5 years of experience in backend engineering
  • Minimum 3 years of experience leading a team of developers
  • Hands-on experience in building and scaling SaaS platforms
  • Strong understanding of SaaS architecture, multi-tenancy, scalability, and security best practices
  • Solid knowledge of Kafka and event-driven architectures
  • Hands-on experience with SQS and Kubernetes
  • Strong skills in working with PostgreSQL and large-scale databases
  • Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Java, Go, or Clojure
  • Experience working with cloud data technologies like Athena or BigQuery
  • A strong sense of ownership and ability to deliver as part of a team
  • Fast learning ability for new technologies and complex systems
  • Excellent problem-solving and system design skills

Nice to have:

  • Solid Clojure knowledge
  • Experience in functional programming
  • B.Sc in computer science or equivalent
,[Leading and mentoring a team of backend developers in daily operations and long-term growth, Designing and implementing scalable, event-driven architectures using Kafka and SQS, Developing and maintaining microservices within Kubernetes environments, Optimizing database performance and structure using PostgreSQL and cloud data services, Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code in languages such as Java, Go, or Clojure, Collaborating with product managers and engineers to align development with business goals, Troubleshooting and resolving complex issues across distributed systems, Guiding architectural decisions and ensure adherence to best engineering practices, Driving code quality, testing, and continuously improving processes, Rapidly learning new frameworks, languages, and systems as needed] Requirements: Kubernetes, BigQuery, Java, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Clojure, SQS, Athena, Golang Additionally: Sport subscription, Private healthcare, International projects.
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