Lead Backend Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for talented Lead Software Engineers - AWS Application Developers who will be part of our Product Engineering team that builds Amorphic Data Platform. The ideal candidate will have a unique blend of technical expertise, insatiable curiosity, and analytical mindset. The individual will be responsible for managing the team of software engineers and overseeing the development of Amorphic products.

Role & responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python and AWS services
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the globe to identify requirements and implement solutions that meet business needs.
• Conduct code reviews and design discussions to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with product owners to prioritize features and deliverables.
• Identify and resolve complex software issues. Design, code, and troubleshoot new features, while debugging as necessary
• Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems considering scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Maintain and improvise the code by fixing bugs and issues that arise with increasing scale and complexity of the product
• Oversee the release management process, ensuring smooth and controlled deployment of software releases.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software architecture, design decisions, and coding practice

Preferred candidate profile

• BE / B.Tech in Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development
• Good hands-on experience in Python programming language.
• Good experience in leading a team of software/application developers
• Solid understanding of AWS ecosystem including Lambda functions, S3 buckets, EMR clusters, DynamoDB tables etc. .
• Proven experience in a leadership role, leading software development teams in the delivery of complex projects.
• Deep understanding of software architecture and design principles, with a focus on building scalable and maintainable systems.
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-based solutions.
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices, including code reviews, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working with AWS services and developing Cloud Native Applications using REST APIs is must have.
• Experience working in an agile delivery environment, especially product engineering teams.
• Proficiency in API testing tools such as Postman

Perks and benefits

• Competitive salaries and bonuses
• Flexible working hours
• Health insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Eligibility for the provident fund
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) with a mandatory minimum of 1 week/year.
• Paid vacation days, sick leaves and holidays
• Parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption leave)
• Bereavement leave
• Certification and training programs.
• Company-sponsored events and outings.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Provision of laptops, mobile devices, and other necessary equipment.
• Access to software and tools for remote work.
• Team-building activities and retreats.