Backend Engineering Lead

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Backend Engineering Lead to join our team at Modulr. As a key member of our Engineering organization, you will be responsible for leading and shaping our agile squads to deliver excellence in all they do.

As a Backend Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for managing and leading a squad of approximately six software engineers, providing hands-on support through each phase of the development process, and ensuring smooth and efficient project progression.

You will be responsible for squad planning and delegation, ensuring the team has clearly defined responsibilities and is set up for success with delivery/project work. You will also be responsible for ensuring your squad holds engaged, efficient, and productive agile ceremonies, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

We are looking for a candidate with expertise in Java (or similar object-oriented languages) and experience with open-source technologies, including Spring and Hibernate. You should also have experience in designing, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs, as well as a strong understanding of cloud computing and AWS systems and frameworks.

As a Backend Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for promoting high standards of code quality through code reviews, technical direction, and implementing best practices. You will also be responsible for fostering a culture of experimentation within the squad to facilitate continuous learning and improvement across engineering standards, tooling, and processes.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced Backend Engineering Lead looking for a new challenge, please apply today.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and lead a squad of approximately six software engineers
  • Hands-on support through each phase of the development process
  • Squad planning and delegation
  • Ensuring agile ceremonies are held
  • Code reviews and technical direction
  • Fostering a culture of experimentation

Requirements:

  • Expertise in Java (or similar object-oriented languages)
  • Experience with open-source technologies
  • Experience in designing, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing and AWS systems and frameworks
  • Proven knowledge of DevOps practices and processes

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development


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