Lead Software Engineer - Remote

Overview

Deputy is a global SaaS remote-first workforce management company focused on improving the world of work for hourly workers. As a Technical Lead (Back End), you will play a crucial role in leading technical projects that enhance the company’s products and platforms.

In Short

• Lead the build of key technical projects for Deputy’s products.
• Drive quality outcomes by solving complex challenges.
• Collaborate with peers, product, design, and leadership.
• Make technical decisions and deliver high-performance solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster continuous improvement.
• Research and introduce new technologies to the team.
• Form a key member of the technical leadership team.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices.
• Passionate about optimizing processes and improving user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of software development experience, with 2+ years in a senior role.
• Expertise in API design and service-oriented architecture.
• Experience with Docker, ECS, Lambda, and other modern tools.
• Proficiency in MySQL, Redis, and other storage mechanisms.
• Mastery of PHP or Go is highly advantageous.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to lead projects from concept to delivery.
• Proven track record in driving technical teams and projects.
• Experience with monitoring, observability, and fault tolerance best practices.

Benefits

• Work in a remote-first environment with a global team.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the workforce management sector.
• Collaborate with innovative and passionate professionals.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Be part of a company that values employee engagement and happiness.