Stelfox Tech Recruitment

Lead Backend Developer

Dublin, D, IE

7 days ago
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Summary

Lead 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 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.

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