Tech Lead

Instaleap; Bogotá ciudad; Hybrid; COP 120,000,000 - 210,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Extra vacation days

Birthday half-day

Education budget

Equipment options

Health insurance (availability varies)

Job summary

Instaleap is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the technical vision and execution of our Internal Tools platform. You will design, build, and maintain scalable solutions using Angular, TypeScript, and Node.js, while acting as the bridge between Operations and Engineering.

Join a hands-on, fast‑paced team that values mentorship, security, observability, and innovative automation. You will mentor engineers, contribute code, and guide cross‑functional collaborations with

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering, including experience leading technical teams.
• Strong expertise with Angular, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Experience designing scalable and maintainable software architectures.
• Experience working in high-growth SaaS companies, marketplaces, or startup environments.
• Proven experience mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product, Operations, and Engineering.
• Strong understanding of software security, observability, and engineering best practices.
• English level B2 or above.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical vision, architecture, and execution of our Internal Tools platform.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable solutions using Angular, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Act as the technical bridge between Operations and Engineering, ensuring alignment across teams.
• Mentor engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and career development.
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to improve processes through automation and AI.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Engineering stakeholders to solve complex business challenges.
• Own technical quality, security, performance, and observability across our internal products.
• Stay hands-on by contributing code while leading technical decision-making.

Skills

4+ years experience

Angular

TypeScript

Node.js

Architectures

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Security & observability

English B2+

Job description

What would you do?

• Lead the technical vision, architecture, and execution of our Internal Tools platform.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable solutions using Angular, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Act as the technical bridge between Operations and Engineering, ensuring alignment across teams.
• Mentor engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and career development.
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to improve processes through automation and AI.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Engineering stakeholders to solve complex business challenges.
• Own technical quality, security, performance, and observability across our internal products.
• Stay hands-on by contributing code while leading technical decision-making.

Your experience has been shaped by

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering, including experience leading technical teams.
• Strong expertise with Angular, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Experience designing scalable and maintainable software architectures.
• Experience working in high-growth SaaS companies, marketplaces, or startup environments.
• Proven experience mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product, Operations, and Engineering.
• Strong understanding of software security, observability, and engineering best practices.
• English level B2 or above.

Your SuperPowers

• You're a hands-on technical leader who enjoys writing code.
• You love mentoring others and helping engineers grow.
• You're curious and constantly exploring new technologies, especially AI.
• You think beyond the obvious and enjoy solving complex problems creatively.
• You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You're proactive, pragmatic, and thrive in fast-paced environments.
• You enjoy taking ownership and driving initiatives from idea to execution.
• You build trust through technical expertise, collaboration, and execution.

What we bring to the table

• Hybrid Work: Work together as a team.
• Flexible hours: We trust your work and skills.
• Additional days off to vacations.
• Half day off on your birthday.
• Access to Educational Budget.
• Workstation Paid BYOD or company-provided machine. Different options to satisfy your palate.
• Health insurance: Get the attention and care that you deserve. Available in some countries.