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Backend Team Lead
Snatch UP JobsPoland6 days ago
Full-timeInformation Technology
We are seeking a high-velocity engineering leader to architect the backbone of a global, high-scale ecosystem. In this role, you will bypass legacy maintenance to lead an elite squad in building resilient, distributed systems that handle massive data throughput in real-time. Operating at the intersection of technical rigor and startup speed, you will own the technical roadmap and foster an engineering culture defined by ownership and impact.

Core Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing backend engineering team based in Kraków.
  • Define technical direction and establish architectural standards for scalable, high-performance backend systems.
  • Drive end-to-end technical initiatives while ensuring 24/7 production stability and reliability.
  • Oversee system performance, incident response strategies, and continuous infrastructure evolution.
  • Partner with global product and data teams to align backend architecture with ambitious business growth goals.
  • Champion engineering excellence through rigorous best practices in coding, testing, and CI/CD.
  • Cultivate a high-accountability environment focused on mission-critical execution.

Technical Requirements

  • 2+ years of direct experience managing and growing engineering teams.
  • 6+ years of hands-on backend development with a strong focus on system architecture.
  • Expert-level proficiency in building backend services using TypeScript and Node.js.
  • Deep hands-on experience with AWS and modern CI/CD pipelines.
  • Proven track record in designing and maintaining large-scale, high-performance distributed systems.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills in English.
  • A data-driven mindset with a passion for building impactful, resilient infrastructure.

Additional Assets

  • Professional experience with Go.
  • Previous background in Cybersecurity, high-scale SaaS, or massive data platforms.
  • Experience scaling international engineering hubs or working within globally distributed teams.

The Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages tailored to the Kraków tech market with UoP or B2B options.
  • A flexible hybrid work model based in Kraków.
  • High levels of ownership and the opportunity to shape a high-impact product from day one.
  • A stable, international engineering environment with a clear, long-term vision.

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