Tech Lead – Backend
Playson
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Ukraine
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Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Leading technical decisions and influencing our SaaS solutions.
- Developing and maintaining backend applications for our gaming platforms.
- Optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability.
- Collaborating with a distributed team to create new features.
- Conducting code and architectural reviews.
- Solving complex business problems with innovative solutions.
- Participating in on-call rotations within the squad to ensure the reliability and availability of our systems.
Requirements
- Proficiency in any OOP language is a plus Java, Python, C++, C#, or Go ( you will be working with Node.js / Typescript)
- Strong understanding of asynchronous programming techniques.
- Experience with distributed systems and messaging systems (Apache Kafka, gRPC).
- Knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), columnar databases (ClickHouse), and NoSQL technologies (DynamoDB, MongoDB).
- Knowledge of Kubernetes.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining end-to-end and unit tests.
- Proven track record of developing production-ready solutions.
- Degree in Computer Science or related field.
Benefits
- Remote-first with flexible working arrangements across Europe or Ukraine
- Competitive compensation package (with performance-based bonuses up to 50%)
- Unlimited paid vacation & sick leave (B2B model)
- Premium health insurance (for you + 1 family member)
- Learning & development support (courses, certifications, mentoring, conferences)
- International exposure – attend industry expos, team gatherings & global meetups
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Hard Skills & Tools
JavaPythonC++C#GoNode.jsTypescriptasynchronous programmingApache KafkagRPC
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationproblem-solvingcommunication