software engineering lead

MERCOR

<div>About the job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Software Engineer 
Type: Freelance 
Compensation: $70&ndash;$120/hour 
Duration: 1&ndash;2 months 
Commitment: 15&ndash;25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week
Role Responsibilities<ul><li>
Craft realistic developer prompts across multiple categories, such as code review, debugging, and error diagnosis.</li><li>
Source and adapt content from real PRs to create authentic scenarios.</li><li>
Write clear, technically accurate model responses demonstrating strong reasoning and explanation quality.</li><li>
Collaborate with AI labs to enhance evaluation datasets for AI reasoning and technical judgment.</li><li>
Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.</li></ul>
Qualifications
Must-Have<ul><li>
2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>
Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++.</li><li>
Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code.</li><li>
Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail.</li></ul>
Preferred<ul><li>
Advanced degree in Software Engineering or related field.</li></ul>
Start Date<ul><li>
Immediate</li></ul>
Application Process (Takes 20&ndash;30 mins to complete)<ul><li>
Upload resume</li><li>
AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role</li><li>
Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details</li></ul>
Resources &amp; Support<ul><li>
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome</li><li>
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com</li></ul>
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.</div>

Software Engineering Lead

Unifonic

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Proudly voted a Great Place to Work&reg;, we are a dynamic startup in the SaaS space that is revolutionizing the way businesses communicate. Our team is made up of 500 energetic and passionate Unifones who are dedicated to delivering the best possible experience to 5000+ customer-centric companies.
 
 
 We pride ourselves on our fun and collaborative work environment, where creativity and new ideas are constantly encouraged. As shareholders in the business, we&rsquo;re so much more than a group of passionate communicators. We are Unifones. Join our team and be a part of something big!
 
 
 
 Meet the team!
 
 
 
 Our Engineering team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the systems and technologies that drive Unifonic&rsquo;s solutions. We work closely with other departments to ensure our products and services meet the needs of our customers. If you are passionate about technology and are excited about working on cutting-edge communication and engagement solutions, we want you on our team.
 
 
 As Engineering Lead, Conversational Platforms, you will be playing an active part in the hands-on process of building software and managing your own team. In this role, you will be contributing to production-facing code on a regular basis, with a specific focus on conversational and messaging channels such as WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, Facebook, Push, and Email
 
 
 
 Help Us Shape The Future Of Communication By
 
 
 
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 Supporting with recruitment &amp; hiring of engineering talent and facilitating the onboarding of new team members.
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 Working with other engineering teams to identify and anticipate changing requirements and opportunities to improve the development environment.
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 Working with product managers, designers, and engineers to prioritize, plan, and schedule work.
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 Communicating status, risks, and requirements to other groups.
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 Providing technical and non-technical guidance to the team, both individually and as a group.
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 Facilitating continuous learning and improvement for the team and its members.
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 Working in a dynamic environment, embracing the challenge of adapting to evolving requirements and frequently shifting priorities with agility.
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 Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a team of developers to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
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 Providing technical guidance and expertise to the team, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles while conducting regular performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback, and supporting the professional growth and development of team members
 
 
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 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll bring:
 
 
 
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 Hands-on experience building or integrating conversational and messaging systems, ideally across channels such as WhatsApp Business APIs, Instagram Messaging, Facebook Messenger, Push Notifications, and Email delivery platforms.
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 Experience with bidirectional messaging, templates, webhook flows, provider integrations, and high-volume message delivery is particularly valuable.
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 Hands-on 7+ years of relevant engineering work experience with 5+ years of hands-on technical experience in building scalable enterprise-grade systems.
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 Hands-on 5+ years of experience as a Java or Python Developer and in database management (MySQL, Cassandra, etc.).
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 Experience with high-volume solutions.
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 Must be able to spend substantial time interfacing with offshore teams on a daily basis.
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 Fluent in English with excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills.
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 Practical experience in queuing systems/message brokers such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, SQS, etc.
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 Practical experience with cache technologies (Memcached, Redis).
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 General knowledge of integrating with third-party bidirectional messaging providers such as Meta (WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger) and Apple (Messages for Business).
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 Experience working with Push &amp; Email will be an added advantage.
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 Practical experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Lambda, SQS, SNS) and Oracle Cloud Services.
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 Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
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 Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines; experience with Drone CI is a plus.
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 Familiarity with code quality and static analysis systems such as SonarQube is a plus.
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 Familiarity with test frameworks and performance/load testing tools such as Cucumber, wrk, Locust, and JMeter is a plus.
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 Strong attention to detail while maintaining sight of the big picture.
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 Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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 Ability to apply business logic to development requirements in a creative manner.
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 Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
 
 
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 As a Unifone you will receive a range of benefits:
 
 
 
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 Competitive salary and bonus
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 Unifonic share scheme (we are all owners!)
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 30 holiday days after the first anniversary
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 Your Birthday off!
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 Spend up to 10 weeks per year working from anywhere in the world!
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 Paid leave for new parents
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 LinkedIn learning license
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Software Engineering Lead – Conversational Platforms

<div>About the job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Software Engineer 
Type: Freelance 
Compensation: $50&ndash;$150/hour 
Duration: 1&ndash;2 months 
Commitment: 15&ndash;25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week
Role Responsibilities<ul><li>
Review and refine AI-generated prompts, responses, and code.</li><li>
Validate algorithms and software concepts for technical accuracy.</li><li>
Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity.</li><li>
Tag and organize content by topic, difficulty, or language.</li><li>
Support benchmarking efforts to assess model capabilities.</li><li>
Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.</li></ul>
Qualifications
Must-Have<ul><li>
2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development.</li><li>
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>
Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++.</li><li>
Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code.</li><li>
Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail.</li></ul>
Start Date<ul><li>
Immediate</li></ul>
Application Process (Takes 20&ndash;30 mins to complete)<ul><li>
Upload resume</li><li>
AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role</li><li>
Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details</li></ul>
Resources &amp; Support<ul><li>
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome</li><li>
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com</li></ul>
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.</div>

Software Engineering Team Lead

Charles Schwab

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Your opportunity</h2> 
At Schwab, you&rsquo;re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us &ldquo;challenge the status quo&rdquo; and transform the finance industry together. 
Job Duties: Manage software platform support and development for key Schwab initiatives. Duties include: understanding the needs of the business and using this knowledge to align on a solution and drive delivery. Deliver efficient solutions on time and engage your teams and partners on better ways of delivering. Provide advice and assistance to teams on technical difficulties that arise in the course of doing their work. Advocate for what your team needs to deliver and manage effectively risk. Proactively able to see gaps and mitigate risks such as delivery, scalability, performance, security, compliance, operational readiness, and work to respond to them. Effectively navigate cross-functional communication to ensure alignment between teams and within one team. Cultivating a culture of open feedback that promotes accountability for getting better together. Collaborate with your internal partners and product owners to have a shared understanding of risk, so the team is pulling in the right work, at the right time. Reducing technical debt over time. Foster an environment of continuous improvement. Understand Engineering KPIs and seek experiments to improve them. Anticipate future staffing requirements and partner with Talent Acquisition or staffing vendor. Seeing opportunities for team member&rsquo;s professional development and collaborating with the right partners to make it happen. Providing coaching, mentorship, and career development. This position oversees 4 employees and 26 contractors.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What you have</h2> 
Job Requirements: Requires Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and 84 months of progressive, post-Bachelor&rsquo;s experience in a related occupation. . Experience must include the following: O2 system; Actively developing large scale software using a modern language like Java or .Net; Software development management experience; Leading teams of ~10 people comprised of full-time, onshore, and offshore in a large organization using Lean Kanban practices; Microservices in the cloud; Relational or NoSQL databases; and Messaging technologies including (Rabbit MQ or Kafka). 
We offer competitive pay and benefits. Starting compensation depends on related experience. Annual bonus and other eligible earnings are not included in the ranges above. Benefits include: 401(k) w/ company match; employee stock purchase plan; paid vacation, volunteering, 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions; paid parental leave and family building benefits; tuition reimbursement; health, dental, and vision insurance; hybrid/remote work schedule available for eligible positions (subject to Schwab&rsquo;s internal approach to workplace flexibility).<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
What&rsquo;s in it for you</h2>
At Schwab, you&rsquo;re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration&mdash;so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you &ndash; both today and in the future:<ul><li>
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan</li><li>
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions</li><li>
Paid parental leave and family building benefits</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Health, dental, and vision insurance</li></ul></div></div>

Sr Manager, Software Development & Engineering Lead

GenZone

Build the Platform Behind the Next Global Business Formation CompanyGenZone is building a global SaaS platform for company formation and business infrastructure, starting with US LLC registration for non-US entrepreneurs worldwide.Our goal is to create a platform comparable to companies like Doola, ZenBusiness, and Bizee &mdash; but designed for international founders, automation, and scale.The platform will allow entrepreneurs to:Register a US companyObtain EINsOpen banking/payment accountsManage compliancePurchase add-on services such as virtual addresses, website creation, credit building, and more.We are looking for a Lead Developer / Head of Engineering to architect and build this platform from the ground up and lead the engineering team as the company scales globally.This role will work directly with the founders and own the entire technical architecture of the platform.Role OverviewAs Lead Developer, you will:Architect and build GenZone&rsquo;s core SaaS platformLead development of web and mobile applicationsManage and mentor the engineering teamTranslate business requirements into scalable softwareOwn system design, infrastructure, and deploymentThis is a hands-on leadership role &mdash; you will both write code and lead the engineering function.What You Will BuildYou will lead the development of a platform that includes:* Automated company formation workflows* Customer onboarding and KYC systems* Document generation and management* Client dashboards and portals* Payment and subscription management* CRM integrations* Internal operations tools* Service upsell marketplace (virtual address, websites, credit services, etc.)The system will support thousands of global entrepreneurs and must be built with scalability, security, and automation in mind.Key Responsibilities* Architect and build GenZone&rsquo;s web and mobile applications* Define and maintain platform architecture and infrastructure* Lead development of mobile apps (iOS &amp; Android) and web applications* Manage sprint planning, engineering workflow, and delivery timelines* Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering standards* Ensure security, performance, and scalability* Integrate third-party services (payments, KYC, banking APIs, CRM, document storage)* Design internal tools for operations and automation* Manage deployment, CI/CD, and production releases* Hire and mentor developers as the engineering team growsRequired Skills &amp; Experience* 5+ years professional software development experience* Experience as a Lead Developer, Tech Lead, or Senior Engineer* Proven track record shipping production SaaS products* Experience building both web and mobile platformsStrong experience with modern stacks such as:Frontend* React* Next.js* Vue* Mobile* React Native or Flutter* Backend* Node.js* Python* Laravel (or similar)Infrastructure &amp; Systems* REST APIs and third-party integrations* Databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)* Cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)* CI/CD pipelines and production deploymentsYou must also have:* Strong understanding of scalable architecture* Clean code practices and system design* Experience managing developers and engineering workflowsNice to Have* Experience with fintech or payments infrastructure* Experience building SaaS platforms* Startup or scale-up experience* Knowledge of KYC, compliance, or document workflow systems* Experience integrating banking or financial APIsJob Type: Full-timePay: AED8,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Lead Developer / Head of Engineering

CRENNO

<div>Company Description 
Crenno Studio is a startup studio established in 2009 to be a pioneer and leader in technology.
At Crenno, we deliver end-to-end (E2E) scalable technology solutions for our clients while also building and scaling our own high-traffic internal products, such as our Game Hub projects. We're a dynamic, fast-scaling team where engineers don't just write code &mdash; they shape the foundation of everything we do.
We are a company young enough to be agile, dynamic, innovative; and experienced. We believe that making software is not only great, but also unforgettable, inspiring, eye-catching and fun.
Let's Create the Innovation together! 
Job Description 
About the Role
We are looking for a visionary tech leader to guide our growing team, shape our architectural decisions, and ultimately become our technology partner. We need a &quot;T-shaped&quot; leader&mdash;someone who can act as a trusted tech consultant in client meetings, a visionary system designer, and a hands-on mentor to the engineering team.
This is not just another lead role. You&rsquo;ll become the technical heartbeat of Crenno &mdash; the person who brings vision, structure, and velocity to our software development life cycle (SDLC). You&rsquo;ll help us modernize our stack, introduce emerging technologies (e.g., AI Agents, LLMs, Agent Frameworks), and ensure we scale with quality, speed, and accountability. 
Qualifications 
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Solution Architecture &amp; E2E Delivery: Analyze effort, budget, and feasibility for incoming client projects. Design end-to-end, scalable architectures across Mobile, Web, and Backend ecosystems.</li><li>
Client Relations &amp; Pre-Sales: Act as the technical authority in client meetings. Translate complex technical requirements into actionable business logic and provide realistic, phased solutions.</li><li>
Game &amp; High-Traffic Infrastructure: Build low-latency, high-concurrency backend and database infrastructures for our internal projects capable of handling thousands of concurrent users.</li><li>
Team &amp; Resource Orchestration: Manage the core internal team, coordinate external vendors/freelance resources, conduct technical interviews, and synchronize in-house and outsourced teams toward a unified goal.</li><li>
Hands-on Leadership: Lead by example. While you won't write every line of code, we expect you to open your IDE for critical backend modules, conduct rigorous Code Reviews, and streamline CI/CD pipelines.</li></ul>
Technical Requirements<ul><li>
Backend &amp; System Design: Deep, hands-on experience in modern languages (Node.js, Go, Python, or Java). Expertise in microservices architecture, REST/GraphQL API design, and large-scale System Design.</li><li>
Databases: Strong background in schema design and performance optimization for both Relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) systems.</li><li>
Cloud &amp; DevOps: Proficiency in AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. Solid understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).</li><li>
Frontend &amp; Mobile Awareness: A strong architectural understanding of modern UI (React, Vue) and Mobile (Flutter, Swift, Kotlin) ecosystems to effectively guide cross-functional teams and spot structural flaws.</li></ul>
Education &amp; Experience<ul><li>
B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.</li><li>
7-10+ years of proven experience in software engineering and system architecture, coupled with at least 3+ years in an engineering management, tech lead, or solutions architect role.</li><li>
Fluent English to comfortably manage international clients, document architectures, and handle external vendor relations.</li><li>
A proactive, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset&mdash;someone who answers difficult requests with &quot;here is how we can solve it&quot; instead of a flat &quot;no.&quot;</li></ul> 
Additional Information 
Why Join Crenno Studio?<ul><li>
Be the core technical leader shaping the future of our company</li><li>
Work with cutting-edge technologies across software and AI</li><li>
Dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement</li><li>
A competitive base salary + project-based performance bonuses.</li><li>
Equity / Partnership Opportunity: Upon successfully hitting technical/commercial milestones and establishing mutual trust over the first year (1-Year Cliff Vesting), you will be eligible for direct company equity and partnership.</li><li>
Join a team that values clarity, creativity, and momentum</li><li>
Make a difference from day one</li></ul>
Ready to Build the Future with Us? 
Apply now or message us directly here on LinkedIn. Let&rsquo;s create something remarkable.
Crenno is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 
We make recruiting decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability status. 
We actively seek diversity and encourage applications from everyone. If you're interested in this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match the description, please still apply. If this role excites you and you're confident you can do the job, we encourage you to apply!</div>

Engineering Manager / Solutions Architect (Acting CTO)

MLS - Muscat Livestock

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Founded in 2008, MLS is a rapidly growing premium fresh meat delivery platform operating in Oman and the UAE. We are building a next generation commerce and logistics platform that powers express and scheduled delivery across multiple cities. Our goal is to move away from a Shopify-based stack and build a fully custom, scalable platform designed specifically for delivery commerce.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 This is a full-time Hybrid role for a Tech Lead/Engineering Lead, located in Dubai. The role involves leading technical teams and overseeing engineering tasks to ensure smooth execution and delivery.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Mission
 
 
 
 As Tech Lead, you will architect and build the core technology platform that powers MLS. You will lead the transition from Shopify to a custom-built architecture designed for high-performance mobile commerce, multi-store fulfillment, delivery slot orchestration, and scalable operations across multiple cities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You Will Build
 
 
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 A scalable commerce backend to replace the existing Shopify stack.
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 Custom checkout orchestration supporting saved cards, wallets, promotions, and delivery slots.
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 A delivery engine supporting express delivery, scheduled delivery, and multi-zone logistics.
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 Multi-store fulfillment systems including store routing and delivery capacity management.
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 Internal operations dashboards for order management, refunds, and logistics operations.
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 Core Responsibilities
 
 
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 Architect the MLS backend platform and define system architecture.
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 Lead and mentor a small, high-performing engineering team.
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 Design reliable services for payments, checkout, delivery slots, and order orchestration.
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 Integrate external services such as PayMob, Lyve, Yotpo, JudgeMe, and Richpanel.
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 Ensure high reliability, scalability, and performance of the platform.
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 Work closely with founders and operations teams to design real-world delivery workflows.
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 Taking ownership of his/her responsibilities and assigned tasks.
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 Technology Stack
 
 
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 Backend: Node.js / NestJS
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 Mobile: React Native (iOS &amp; Android)
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 Web: Next.js
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 Database: PostgreSQL '
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 Caching: Redis
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 Search: Typesense
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 Infrastructure: AWS
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 Ideal Candidate Background
 
 
 
 &bull; 8+ years of software engineering experience
 
 
 &bull; Strong experience designing backend architectures and APIs.
 
 
 &bull; Experience building ecommerce, marketplace, or logistics platforms.
 
 
 &bull; Experience working with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred).
 
 
 &bull; Experience leading engineering teams or technical projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Bonus Experience
 
 
 
 &bull; Experience migrating platforms away from Shopify or similar SaaS commerce systems.
 
 
 &bull; Experience with payment processing systems.
 
 
 &bull; Experience designing delivery, logistics, or inventory systems.
 
 
 &bull; Startup or high-growth company experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation
 
 
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 Salary: Market competitive, also depending on experience.
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 Opportunity to architect and build a core technology platform from the ground up
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 Flexibility of working from home and in a dedicated office space.
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</div>

Tech Lead / Engineering Lead

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