Software Engineering Team Lead

Jobgether; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech partner specializing in blockchain is seeking a Software Engineering Team Lead in the United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will lead a specialized team to optimize blockchain systems, focusing on MEV services and mempool transactions. Responsibilities include mentoring engineers, shaping technical strategy, and delivering high-performance solutions. This role combines hands-on development with leadership, allowing the candidate to tackle complex challenges in a flexible and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Work on cutting-edge blockchain technologies

Mentorship and professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing an engineering team.
• At least 5 years of experience designing backend systems.
• 3+ years of experience in blockchain development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of blockchain core engineers.
• Develop MEV services and mempool transaction systems.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver blockchain solutions.
• Provide technical insight and establish best practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Blockchain development

Go programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Software Engineering Team Lead in United Arab Emirates.

As a Software Engineering Team Lead, you will guide a specialized team working on blockchain core systems, focusing on MEV services and mempool transactions. You will shape technical strategy, mentor engineers, and ensure delivery of high-performance, scalable blockchain solutions. The role combines hands‑on development with leadership responsibilities, providing opportunities to influence architecture, implement best practices, and collaborate across multiple functional teams. You will work closely with validators and traders to optimize offerings while driving team growth and engagement. This position allows you to tackle complex technical challenges while fostering a high‑performing and innovative engineering environment.

Accountabilities

• Lead a small team of blockchain core engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Develop, implement, and optimize MEV services and mempool transaction systems for blockchain networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver high-quality blockchain solutions.
• Provide technical insight and establish best practices for working with validators and searchers.
• Drive strategies to increase productivity, engagement, and team growth.
• Work on specialized data analysis or technical research projects as needed.
• Ensure the team delivers scalable, reliable, and high-performance backend systems.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience managing an engineering team.
• At least 5 years of experience designing, building, testing, and implementing highly scalable distributed backend systems.
• 3+ years of experience in blockchain development, with 2+ years specifically in MEV.
• Practical experience with Ethereum or BSC MEV, including mev-boost and PBS.
• Proficiency in Go programming language and ability to read and modify blockchain core code (e.g., geth, bor, prysm).
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and collaborative skills.
• Creative, independent, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge blockchain technologies and high‑impact projects.
• Leadership role with mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Collaborative, innovative, and high‑performing team environment.
• Flexible work environment supporting remote contributions.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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