Description:

Superside is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Engineer to spearhead the development of cutting-edge technology that impacts the creative industry.
The company is a leading AI-powered creative service provider working with some of the largest companies in the US.
As a Lead Engineer, you will play a crucial role in driving projects forward and establishing best practices within the technical team.
You will lead the development of secure, scalable product features, including chat, staffing, project management, and design collaboration tools.
The role involves collaborating closely with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to create seamless and innovative customer experiences.
You will guide the technical direction, create and contribute to technical specifications, and develop testing/rollout plans.
Mentoring less-experienced engineers and promoting a culture of active participation and innovative problem-solving is essential.
You will drive continuous improvement through performance enhancement and implementing best practices in coding and database management.
The position requires spearheading important technical discussions and decisions, shaping the future of technology and products.
Encouraging continuous learning and technical growth within the team is a key responsibility.
You will report to the Engineering Manager and work cross-functionally to influence business and product strategy.

Requirements:

Proven leadership experience in modern web development and backend frameworks is required.
A minimum of 5 years of experience with Kotlin and Spring or comparable backend technologies is necessary.
Strong expertise in unit, functional, and end-to-end testing strategies is essential.
A demonstrated ability to think critically and solve problems creatively and effectively is required.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills are necessary for this role.
The candidate must be highly self-motivated with an independent, autonomous work style.
A passion for learning and a willingness to continuously develop new skills is important.
Excitement and willingness to build product enhancements using AI is a must.

The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the creative industry.
You will be part of a leading AI-powered creative service company.
The role provides a chance to influence business and product strategy significantly.
There is an emphasis on continuous learning and technical growth within the team.
You will have the opportunity to mentor and lead a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative environment.