Lead Backend Developer

Posted 11 April 2025
Salary Market related
LocationDublin
Discipline Software Engineering
Reference9894

Job description

Lead Backend Developer

 

Brand new player to the market, this is a very exciting role as you'll be working on new features, app development, building your Software Team from scratch(3-4 Engineers)

 

We are seeking an accomplished Lead Backend Developer to lead the development and continuous improvement of a large-scale, customer-centric technology platform. In this role, you will manage a small team of engineers, drive system architecture, and deliver innovative software solutions across web and mobile. Ideal candidates will have strong technical leadership skills, full-stack experience, and a deep understanding of modern development practices.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Transform ideas into working prototypes to validate product concepts quickly.
  • Build and maintain the complete application stack—front-end, back-end, APIs, and database layers.
  • Deliver responsive, scalable solutions optimized for web, iOS, and Android.
  • Manage continuous integration and deployment pipelines to streamline delivery and testing.
  • Collaborate with QA to maintain high levels of usability, performance, and reliability across releases.
  • Continuously improve features using feedback, analytics, and usability insights.
  • Maintain robust technical documentation to support engineering processes and system understanding.
  • Manage and mentor a team of 3–4 engineers, ensuring alignment on objectives and professional growth.
  • Actively participate in agile ceremonies, facilitate technical planning, and promote cross-functional teamwork.

 

What We're Looking For

 

  • 8+ years in full-stack web and mobile development.
  • Proven ability to design and scale mobile applications using React Native.
  • Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), and TypeScript.
  • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, Node.js, and Express.
  • Familiar with npm, Testing Library, and Jest.
  • Experience deploying and managing solutions within AWS (e.g., S3, CloudFront, Lambda).
  • Commitment to writing clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
  • Demonstrated success in managing engineering teams and delivering projects on time.
  • Familiarity with GraphQL and gRPC
  • Cross-platform knowledge including Flutter, Kotlin, and native iOS development
  • Understanding of micro-frontend architectures

 

If interested in working for a brand new player to the marketplease apply.

 

Please note:

We have a number of similar positions currently, and in the future, which we would like to discuss with you should you indicate your interest in this role. When we receive your application for this role, we will contact you to advise you of our process for other similar positions.

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We look forward to working with you.