Lead Engineer (Back-End) - 2359｜Meet.jobs

In 12 years, we've built an award-winning, multinational digital experience studio. It has been an adventure best described as a coherent and chaotic innovation. One that would not be possible without the ingenuity of our people.

We still have the same dream. To improve the way people live and work through technology. Those who work here describe 2359 Media as a place to grow their skills and ability. The hierarchy is very flat and our time during work is focused on delivering great work to our clients.

Here we value entrepreneurial spirit, initiative, teamwork and creativity. It’s rewarding to work where everyone is empowered to make a difference. Enjoy high-level autonomy, and be seen and heard for all the great work you do. Bask in our family-like culture, where we take every opportunity to celebrate our achievements, because our most valued resource is our people. 

As a Lead Engineer (Back-End), you will create impact by:

• Architecting and leading large-scale backend development work
• Leading the team, while collaborating with project managers to develop and implement reliable architecture
• Determining project requirements and developing work schedules for the team
• Working with front end engineers to define APIs
• Setting up CI/CD and other automation measures to maintain code quality and technical documentation seamlessly
• Conducting regular code reviews to maintain code quality with the help of style guidelines, unit tests, and management of technical debt
• Identifying and resolving urgent technical difficulties within the promised SLA
• Mentoring junior team members through constructive feedback, performance assessments and effort estimations
• Keeping updated with the latest software development tools, trends, and best practices
• Conducting technical interviews and other assessments for tech talent hirings

Expectations of a Lead Engineer (Back-End):

• Experienced in server programming
• Proficient in Node.js and Javascript
• Knowledgeable in HTML and CSS
• Experienced in working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis or MongoDB
• Able to demonstrate a good understanding of REST
• Experienced in deploying applications to cloud services such as AWS or Azure
• Experienced in optimizing server performance
• Logical in thinking with natural problem-solving skills
• A self-Learner (i.e. Able to make good assumptions and search for solutions proactively)
• Able to communicate excellently
• Able to contribute effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and collaborative programming environment

If you have what it takes to be part of a rapidly-iterating, highly dynamic ecosystem, apply today!