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Backend Lead - Jobbie
Backend Engineer
Backend Lead to architect scalable systems, mentor teams, and drive technical excellence in Python/Node.js-based backend development.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Lead backend development teams to design and implement scalable, high-performance systems
- Define technical roadmaps and architecture for backend services and APIs
- Optimize database schemas and query performance for large-scale applications
- Mentor engineers and foster a culture of code quality and best practices
- Collaborate with frontend and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration
- Drive innovation in backend technologies and infrastructure improvements
Requirements
- 7+ years of backend development experience with expertise in Python/Node.js
- Proven leadership in managing engineering teams and delivering complex projects
- Strong understanding of system design, distributed systems, and cloud platforms
- Experience with DevOps practices (CI/CD, monitoring, and automation)
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills to align technical and business goals
Skills
pythonnodejsmicroservicesdatabase designsystem architecturedevops