Lead Back-End Engineer

At Truelogic we are a leading provider of nearshore staff augmentation services headquartered in New York. For over two decades, we've been delivering top-tier technology solutions to companies of all sizes, from innovative startups to industry leaders, helping them achieve their digital transformation goals.

Our team of 600+ highly skilled tech professionals, based in Latin America, drives digital disruption by partnering with U.S. companies on their most impactful projects. Whether collaborating with Fortune 500 giants or scaling startups, we deliver results that make a difference.

By applying for this position, you're taking the first step in joining a dynamic team that values your expertise and aspirations. We aim to align your skills with opportunities that foster exceptional career growth and success while contributing to transformative projects that shape the future.

The client is part of a leading global network that combines creativity and engineering expertise at scale. This technology-first group partners with businesses to navigate the complexity of changing consumer behaviors, emerging technologies, and AI. With a global presence and the ability to work across the entire consumer journey, the network thrives on solving challenging problems. It includes several specialized agencies focused on digital innovation, design, and technology solutions, serving top-tier global clients across industries such as e-commerce, finance, healthcare, media, and entertainment.

They are looking for a passionate and experienced Lead Backend Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of robust and scalable backend services that power our core application. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about building high-quality software with modern technologies.

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design and architecture of major backend systems, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and maintainable.

• Hands-On Development: Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code in Python using the FastAPI framework.

• Team Mentorship: Guide, mentor, and support a team of backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

• Code Quality: Establish and enforce best practices for coding, testing, and deployment through code reviews and technical documentation.

• System Performance: Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize system performance, reliability, and security.

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience.

• Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Senior Engineer mentoring other developers.

• Strong expertise in Python and deep hands-on experience with FastAPI.

• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.

• Experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

• Located in Latin America.

• Fluent in English.

• 100% Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from the location that helps you thrive. All it takes is a laptop and a reliable internet connection.

• Highly Competitive USD Pay: Earn an excellent, market-leading compensation in USD, that goes beyond typical market offerings.

• Paid Time Off: We value your well-being. Our paid time off policies ensure you have the chance to unwind and recharge when needed.

• Work with Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to manage your time as long as the work gets done. Focus on results, not the clock.

• Work with Top American Companies: Grow your expertise working on innovative, high-impact projects with Industry-Leading U.S. Companies.

• A Culture That Values You: We prioritize well-being and work-life balance, offering engagement activities and fostering dynamic teams to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Diverse, Global Network: Connect with over 600 professionals in 25+ countries, expand your network, and collaborate with a multicultural team from Latin America.

• Team Up with Skilled Professionals: Join forces with senior talent. All of our team members are seasoned experts, ensuring you're working with the best in your field.

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