Lead Backend Engineer
JobgetherAustria1 day ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Backend Engineer in Austria.
This role offers the opportunity to lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge backend systems for high-impact software projects. You will work with cloud-based architectures, scalable microservices, and AI/ML-enabled applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including ML specialists and product engineers. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and has a passion for building robust, reliable, and efficient backend solutions. As a key technical leader, you will influence architectural decisions, guide development standards, and mentor team members while contributing directly to high-profile client projects. This fully remote role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to work with a globally diverse engineering team.
Accountabilities
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This role offers the opportunity to lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge backend systems for high-impact software projects. You will work with cloud-based architectures, scalable microservices, and AI/ML-enabled applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including ML specialists and product engineers. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and has a passion for building robust, reliable, and efficient backend solutions. As a key technical leader, you will influence architectural decisions, guide development standards, and mentor team members while contributing directly to high-profile client projects. This fully remote role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to work with a globally diverse engineering team.
Accountabilities
- Lead backend development initiatives, designing and deploying scalable, distributed systems and microservices
- Build and maintain APIs, cloud-based solutions, and CI/CD pipelines for production-grade software
- Integrate AI/ML models and services into backend systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate ML models and product requirements into backend solutions
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring team members and guiding architectural and coding best practices
- Contribute to client-facing projects, ensuring high-quality software delivery and alignment with business goals
- 10+ years of experience in backend software development with modern architectures (microservices, APIs, cloud platforms)
- Strong expertise in C# and .NET development
- Experience deploying solutions on cloud services (Azure preferred)
- Hands-on experience with AI/ML integration into backend systems
- Proven track record in leading teams or projects and mentoring engineers
- Excellent problem-solving skills, self-directed, and collaborative in remote team settings
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave
- Fully remote role with ultra-flexible working conditions and home office equipment support
- Opportunity to work with a globally diverse team of top engineering talent on challenging projects
- Flexible working hours, focusing on output rather than time spent
- Professional growth and development opportunities in a dynamic, start-up-like environment
- Optional coworking office access near your location
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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