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Engineering Lead, Kik

78% Flex
EXTRA HOLIDAYS - EXTRA PARENTAL LEAVE
Remote: 
Full Remote
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Over 10 years in backend engineering roles, strong Java proficiency, At least 2 years of formal leadership experience in tech roles, Extensive knowledge in architecture design and legacy systems modernization, Hands-on experience with Java, Go, Python, AWS/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, databases.

Key responsabilities:

  • Lead a team of software engineers with mentorship and guidance
  • Drive architectural discussions for scalability and performance enhancements
  • Ensure smooth modernization of legacy systems and maintain high code quality standards
  • Mentor and develop team members, aligning with best engineering practices
  • Stay updated on new technologies and facilitate their integration in projects
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MediaLab Computer Software / SaaS Scaleup https://medialab.la/
201 - 500 Employees
About MediaLab
MediaLab is a media & technology company focused on acquiring and growing properties and global brands. The organization is a unique combination of private equity, holding company and operating entity. We continue to expand and are proud of the prominent market position of our brands. MediaLab HQ is based in Santa Monica, California, with a growing presence in Mexico, Argentina, Brazil & broader Latin America. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- There are so many early stage companies out there- What makes MediaLab so special? 1. We're small but tenacious. Motivated & hungry. Excited by the growth we've seen each year since our founding. 2. You see the day in and day out impact of YOUR work. 3. No sitting in a corner working on a tiny fraction of something impactful. Come here and actually OWN stuff.
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Job description

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Your Role at MediaLab

MediaLab Engineering supports a growing portfolio of applications across diverse business verticals, meticulously acquired to integrate with its internal Ad platform processing billions of impressions monthly.

Kik, a longstanding mobile platform enabling hundreds of millions of messages annually, seeks a proficient, seasoned engineer to lead its team. As the Engineering Lead at Kik, you will play a pivotal role in guiding a talented group of software engineers through the intricate design, development, and implementation of software solutions using Java and Golang. You will lead architectural discussions, making crucial high-level design choices that prioritize scalability, performance, and unwavering reliability.

Your expertise will be instrumental in modernizing legacy systems, ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted transition to newer, more efficient technologies. Your dedication to rigorous code reviews will foster the consistent delivery of exceptional code, setting a standard for your team of iOS, Android, and Backend engineers working on the Kik mobile application.

What You’ll Do
  • Provide Technical Leadership: Lead a dynamic team of software engineers, offering guidance and mentorship.
  • Architectural Leadership: Drive essential architectural discussions and make critical design decisions to enhance scalability and performance.
  • Legacy System Modernization: Ensure a smooth transition from legacy systems to contemporary technologies.
  • Code Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough code reviews to uphold high standards of code excellence.
  • Mentorship and Development: Mentor team members to foster their growth and ensure alignment with engineering best practices.
  • Technology Integration: Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose their integration into ongoing projects where applicable.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with various stakeholders to align technical decisions with business objectives.
  • Documentation Excellence: Maintain impeccable documentation standards to facilitate knowledge sharing and team collaboration.

    • What We’re Searching For
  • Experience: Over 10 years in backend engineering roles, with a strong proficiency in Java.
  • Leadership Experience: At least 2 years of formal leadership experience, including performance reviews, personnel management, and hiring.
  • Architectural Expertise: Extensive knowledge in architecture design and experience modernizing legacy systems.
  • Technology Stack: Hands-on experience with Java (gRPC, Guice), Go, Python, AWS/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, Redis, Redshift, Cassandra
  • Code Review Skills: Proficient in conducting comprehensive code reviews and providing constructive feedback.
  • Technology Acumen: A robust understanding of emerging technologies and their practical application.
  • Communication: Exceptional communication skills, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and clear documentation.
  • Education: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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    Required profile

    Experience

    Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
    Industry :
    Computer Software / SaaS
    Spoken language(s):
    English
    Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

    Hard Skills

    AWS EC2Cassandra Database ManagementDockerRedisRedshiftTechnology TransferJavaArchitecture DesignCode ReviewPythonGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)KubernetesDynamoDB

    Soft Skills

    • Leadership
    • Strong Communication
    • Mentorship
    • Team Collaboration
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