Remote Tech Lead Python

Description:

• A global product company with over 14 years of experience is seeking a Head of Engineering to join its team.
• The company builds high-load Linux-based solutions for hosting and cybersecurity, running on over 500,000 servers worldwide.
• Trusted by major hosting providers and tech companies like Dell, GoDaddy, and 1&1, the company has a fully remote team of 250+ engineers globally.
• The role offers a flexible schedule and the ability to work from anywhere in the world.
• Future tasks include leading and scaling a team of approximately 20 engineers, combining strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in Python or full-stack development, driving architectural strategy, promoting a Linux-first and automation-focused engineering approach, ensuring system reliability and high code quality, mentoring the team, translating product ideas into technical execution, and building a high-performance engineering culture.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 10+ years of software development experience, preferably with Python.
• Strong Linux expertise is required, including internals and system-level understanding.
• Deep experience with automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure tooling is necessary.
• A minimum of 3–5 years in an engineering leadership role is required.
• A successful track record managing teams of 15–25 engineers is essential.
• Candidates should have the ability to lead in fast-paced, product-focused environments.
• Proficiency in Russian (native) and English (C1+) is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers a decent salary based on experience and skills, with the exact amount discussed with the final candidate.
• There is a strong focus on professional development through challenging projects and knowledge-sharing programs, including mentorship.
• Employees can work completely remote from anywhere in the world with flexible working hours.
• The company provides 24 paid vacation days per year, 10 national holidays, and unlimited sick leave.
• Compensation for private medical insurance is included.
• Reimbursement for co-working spaces and gym or sports activities is offered.
• Employees have the opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent.