Backend R&D Team Lead - 50% Remote, Python, Fintech

Rapyd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech company in Dubai is looking for an experienced team leader to mentor backend engineers and oversee the development of high-scale cloud-based solutions. Candidates should have at least 3 years of leadership experience and 4 years of hands-on Python programming, with a strong background in cloud architectures and Agile development. Fluency in English is essential. This position offers a high level of ownership and responsibility.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in leading a team of 3+ engineers.
• Hands-on experience of at least 4 years in object-oriented programming and backend development.
• Ability to work in a multi-technology environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers.
• Agile development of high-scale cloud-based solutions.
• Manage team goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of work methodology.

Skills

Leadership

Python

Agile development

Cloud-based architectures

Time management

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Fintech experience

Tools

AWS

Object-oriented programming

Job description

A global fintech company in Dubai is looking for an experienced team leader to mentor backend engineers and oversee the development of high-scale cloud-based solutions. Candidates should have at least 3 years of leadership experience and 4 years of hands-on Python programming, with a strong background in cloud architectures and Agile development. Fluency in English is essential. This position offers a high level of ownership and responsibility.