Tech Lead

ZipdevZipdev·Remote·Work From Anywhere
Software Development
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for skilled tech leads grows, companies like Zipdev are looking for experts to manage remote teams and drive engineering delivery. With a strong background in system design and software engineering, candidates can stand out in this competitive market. The ability to balance speed and quality is crucial, and experience with PHP, MySQL, and Vue.js is a plus. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise and leadership skills.

Job Description

About the Role

The Tech Lead will own day-to-day engineering delivery, ensuring tickets are clear, prioritized, and moving. This role requires strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure tickets are clear, prioritized, and moving
  • Review and approve pull requests
  • Maintain high standards for code quality, performance, and maintainability
  • Help engineers break down work and make good technical decisions
  • Mentor team members and increase autonomy

Requirements

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience
  • Prior experience leading developers or owning delivery
  • Strong in system design and backend architecture
  • Comfortable giving direct feedback and maintaining standards

Nice to Have

  • Experience scaling teams in growing companies
  • Experience improving messy or low-process environments
  • Background working closely with product teams

How to Stand Out

  • To stand out, highlight your experience with PHP, MySQL, and Vue.js, and be prepared to discuss system design and software engineering principles.
  • Showcase your leadership skills by providing examples of successful team management and technical decision-making.
  • Be prepared to discuss your approach to balancing speed and quality in software development.
  • Make sure your portfolio includes examples of your work in backend architecture and system design.
  • Research the company culture and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to it.

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