Lead Backend Software Engineer (Team Lead)

In this role you will

Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers.
Set clear goals, drive execution, and ensure engineering excellence.
Support the growth of team members through feedback, coaching, and development plans.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Product, Analytics, Operations).
Foster a culture of efficiency, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
Continuously improve development processes in line with industry best practices.
Actively engage in hands-on work on key backend services, and contribute to their ongoing quality and functionality.
Propose and drive initiatives that strengthen backend and company-wide technology.

Strong technical background in backend engineering.
Motivation to further grow and develop existing managerial and leadership skills.
Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to balance hands-on contribution with people management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in the English language (both written and spoken).

5+ years of experience as a backend software engineer.
Experience as a team lead, tech lead, or manager.
Track record of successfully delivering backend or cloud projects.
Experience in mentoring, coaching, or team leadership.
Familiarity with Java, Kubernetes, Google Cloud, or Big Data technologies (e.g., BigQuery) is an advantage.

Employment relationship with Ekipa2 d.o.o. for an indefinite period of time, with a six-month probationary period.
Diverse work with exciting daily challenges, in a fun, relaxed environment.
Participation in high-impact projects across Backend and other technology areas.
Development opportunities through training, seminars, and conferences.
Choice of sport, fitness, educational, and entertainment activities outside of work.
Healthy meals in the office.
Flexible working hours.
24 days of paid vacation.
Participation in a discretionary bonus plan.
Christmas bonus (subject to internal company policies).