Head of Backend Software Engineer
omedelbart
Fulltid, Obegränsad
Birmingham
Head of Backend Software Engineer
Your responsibilities
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- Define and implement a cohesive backend technical strategy, aligning with COO IT’s broader goals and vision.
- Oversee the design and evolution of backend architectures, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
- Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for frameworks, tools, and technologies used across backend teams.
- Own all Backend Core Services of COODE Platform.
Technical Oversight
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- Serve as the primary authority on backend technology decisions (e.g., .NET, C#, Python, FastAPI) and cloud infrastructure (Azure, container apps).
- Ensure quality standards are met through code reviews, design reviews, and robust testing practices.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of our Backend SDK in .NET and drive improvements in .NET-based applications.
Team Management & Collaboration
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- Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, DevOps Engineers, Frontend Engineers, and other cross-functional leads to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Champion knowledge sharing across teams to drive best practices and consistency.
Quality & Compliance
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- Set the standard for code quality, ensuring robust testing practices and documentation are in place.
- Implement security and compliance protocols, identifying and mitigating risks.
- Drive continuous improvement in incident response and monitoring strategies.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Strong & proven experience in .NET (C#) and Python backend cloud native software development.
- Hands-on experience with Azure services , including containers (e.g., Container Apps) and data solutions (CosmosDB, MSSQL Server).
- Solid understanding of common software architectures (microservices, RESTful APIs, event-driven, etc.).
- Demonstrated success in leading and scaling software engineering teams.
- Strong people management, mentorship, and coaching abilities.
- Expertise in defining and driving technology roadmaps in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to balance long-term vision with day-to-day delivery of high-quality backend solutions.
- Excellent analytical skills and adept at resolving complex technical challenges.
- Clear and effective communicator, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Jobb-ID:
88158
Ansökningstid:
2025-05-23
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