Ehs Engineer-Electrical Engineer

Flex Ltd; México; Remote; MXN 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and stock options

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Professional development budget

Job summary

Flex Ltd is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Backend) for a fully remote role. You will drive backend architecture, guide a team of engineers, and build scalable systems for fintech solutions.

Strong communication, autonomy, and proactive collaboration are essential for success in a remote‑first environment. Qualifications include 8+ years in backend development with leadership exposure, expertise in distributed systems, and proficiency in Python/Java/Go/Node.js, plus cloud and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of backend software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior role.
• Proven expertise in designing and building complex, scalable distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages (Python, Java, Go, Node.js) and frameworks.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.
• Deep understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases and data modeling.
• Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ and caching mechanisms.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire engineering teams.
• Experience in remote, agile work environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of backend services and APIs.
• Architect robust, scalable, highly available systems with modern technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend engineers to define requirements.
• Write high‑quality, well‑tested code in Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Mentor backend engineers and ensure code quality through reviews.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and mitigate technical debt.
• Drive CI/CD, testing strategies, and system monitoring.
• Contribute to technical decision‑making and strategic engineering planning.
• Ensure data and systems security and integrity.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.

Skills

Distributed systems design

Backend leadership

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

CI/CD and testing

Mentoring/people leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka/RabbitMQ

SQL/NoSQL databases

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

About the RoleOur client, a rapidly growing tech company specializing in innovative fintech solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Software Engineer (Backend) to spearhead their backend development efforts. This fully remote position offers the chance to shape the technical direction of critical systems, mentor a talented team of engineers, and contribute to building highly scalable and resilient platforms. We are looking for a leader with a deep understanding of backend architecture, distributed systems, and a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. You will play a crucial role in driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of collaboration, and ensuring the successful delivery of high‑quality software. As a remote‑first company, strong communication skills, proactivity, and the ability to work autonomously are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of backend services and APIs.
• Architect robust, scalable, and highly available systems using modern technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and solutions.
• Write high‑quality, well‑tested, and maintainable code in languages like Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring code quality through rigorous reviews.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and technical debt.
• Drive best practices in software development, including CI/CD, testing strategies, and system monitoring.
• Contribute to technical decision‑making and strategic planning for the engineering department.
• Ensure the security and integrity of data and systems.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending adoption where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior role.
• Proven expertise in designing and building complex, scalable distributed systems.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js) and their associated frameworks.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Deep understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Experience with message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and caching mechanisms.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire engineering teams.
• Experience working effectively in a remote, agile environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the backend development of a cutting‑edge fintech product.
• Competitive salary, significant stock options, and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development budget and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative, innovative, and supportive remote work culture.