Backend Team Lead
About Seraphic
Seraphic is an innovation leader in cyber-security. Its patent-pending technology provides robust protection against all browser attacks, including full protection against 0-day attacks and unpatched n-day attacks.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing start-up company, consisting of talented team players, with the best-of-breed solution revolutionizing browser security.
About the postion
We are looking for an experienced Backend Development Team Leader with a strong emphasis on fostering a culture of clean code and robust testing within the team, with proven track record of instilling a sense of ownership and accountability among team members, leading to the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Skilled in promoting best practices for code quality, readability, and maintainability, with a focus on creating a testing culture that ensures reliable delivery. Adept at guiding and mentoring team members to elevate their coding standards and take ownership of their work, resulting in increased efficiency and overall project success.
Passionate about creating an environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the pursuit of excellence in Backend development.
Requirements
Tech Stack
- Node.js
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
Key Responsibilities
- Drive feature development from initial requirements through to final delivery.
- ownership of the software development lifecycle E2E within an agile framework (planning, desing, execution, testing, deployment, retrospective).
- Atract and retain top talent, foster a team culture of high engaement and high motivation
- Uphold high standards in code quality, scalability, readability, and performance throughout development cycles.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, ensuring our solutions remain cutting-edge.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years as a software development team lead, managing at least 4 engineers
- Minimum of 4 years of development experience, including backend expertise
- Significant knowledge in Typescript / JavaScript.
- Proven experience in building backend micro-services using modern technologies (Node.js, Pyhon, Golang, Java, C#), preferably in high-scale.
- Ability to navigate and resolve intricate technical challenges, demonstrating autonomy, top-notch design, and analytical prowess.
- A mindset that challenges existing paradigms, constantly seeking workflow improvements.
- A B.Sc. in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent expertise.
- Proficiency in creating and supporting reusable and maintainable components.
- A start-up working experience, preferably in early stages – major advantage
- Experience with Cypress or Playwright- an advantage.
- Extension development – an advantage.
- Electron framework – an advantage.