Remote Technical Lead Software Engineer - Backend

Description:

• We are seeking a talented Technical Lead - Backend Software Engineer to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our backend infrastructure.
• In this leadership role, you will contribute your technical expertise and guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• You will design, develop, and build integrations with services like AWS, GCP, Azure, and resources like Box, Hashicorp, and Databricks, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
• You will lead a team of backend software engineers, providing mentorship and guidance to help them grow their skills and expertise.
• You will drive the technical direction for assigned projects, defining architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• You will conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and quality principles.
• You will identify and implement new technologies and tools to enhance the team's capabilities and stay ahead of the curve.
• You will collaborate with product managers, software engineers, and security experts to define requirements and architect solutions that meet business objectives and security standards.
• You will integrate with third-party identity providers and directory services, such as Active Directory, LDAP, and AWS IAM.
• You will implement logging, monitoring, and auditing capabilities to ensure visibility and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• You will stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in identity and access management, leveraging them to drive innovation and improve our platform.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• You must have 5+ years of experience as a backend software engineer with a strong track record of building and maintaining high-quality, scalable software systems.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role within a software development team is required.
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Go, Java, or Python, is necessary.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures is essential.
• You should have an understanding of authentication and authorization protocols, standards, and best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and familiarity with IAM services and features is required.
• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and distributed systems is necessary.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, are required.

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary and equity packages.
• A 401(k) retirement plan is provided.
• Pre-tax health care, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA) are available.
• Flexible medical, dental, and vision benefits are included.
• Parental leave is offered.
• Flexible Time Off is part of the benefits package.
• A monthly connectivity stipend is provided.
• The total compensation package includes base pay, equity, and a competitive benefits package, with pay range discussions available with the recruiter.