Lead Backend Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Lead Backend Engineer to spearhead their backend development initiatives in Birmingham . This senior position involves leading a talented team of engineers in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, high-performance backend systems that drive their core product offerings. You will play a crucial role in architectural decisions, technical strategy, and fostering a collaborative and productive team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technical leader passionate about building robust software and mentoring engineering talent, directly influencing the company's technical roadmap and product success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and maintainable backend services and APIs.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, providing technical direction and support.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend teams to define requirements and deliver features.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including testing, code reviews, and deployment strategies.
• Optimize application performance, database efficiency, and system scalability.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the long-term technical vision.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Expertise in one or more backend programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or Node.js.
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures.
• Strong understanding of relational and non-relational databases, including SQL and NoSQL solutions.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead a talented team in a growing company.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• On-site amenities and a collaborative work environment in Birmingham .