Team Lead – Python Engineering
Senior lvl.
We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Team Lead to join our Python Engineering team. In this role, you will lead, mentor, and guide a team of talented Python engineers, ensuring the delivery of scalable, high-performance backend systems. You will take ownership of key features, understand client domains, and provide effective solutions. This role also involves designing and maintaining microservices using modern cloud technologies, driving technical excellence, and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration. Additionally, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, setting engineering standards, and aligning development efforts with business goals to ensure scalability, reliability, and innovation.
Responsibilities
>/ Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Python engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
>/ Take ownership of key features and deliver value to clients by understanding their domains and providing effective solutions.
>/ Design, implement, and maintain scalable microservices and backend systems using Python and modern cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
>/ Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products while adhering to best practices in architecture and coding.
>/ Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with business goals, focusing on scalability, reliability, and innovation.
>/ Collaborate closely with product, design, and other cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business and product priorities.
>/ Establish and maintain engineering standards, processes, and tools to increase team efficiency and ensure code quality.
>/ Drive technical initiatives and innovations, staying up to date with industry trends and integrating relevant new technologies.
>/ Monitor and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet company objectives and deliverables.
>/ Act as a technical advisor to the leadership team, providing insights and recommendations based on technological expertise.
>/ Continuously identify and drive improvements in processes, technical knowledge, and team expertise.
Requirements
>/ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
>/ 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing engineering teams.
>/ Proven track record of leading engineering teams in a startup or fast-growing environment, with experience in scaling teams and systems.
>/ Strong proficiency in Python; experience with other modern programming languages (JavaScript, C#, Java, Golang, Scala, Rust, Kotlin) is a plus.
>/ Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, and modern software development practices (Agile, CI/CD).
>/ Hands-on experience in software development and architecture design, with a solid technical background in relevant programming languages and technologies.
>/ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
>/ Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to managing challenges.
>/ Flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
>/ Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and guiding technical teams.
>/ Positive, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
Nice to Have
>/ Experience in AI tool-based development.
>/ Proven experience in startup or high-growth environments.
>/ Hands-on experience with distributed systems and microservice architectures.
>/ Knowledge of security practices in backend development.
>/ Understanding of infrastructure services and scalable backend architecture.
