About the Role
We are searching for a hands-on
Engineering Technical Lead
to drive software architecture, maintain high-quality engineering standards, and lead a high-performing team of 5 developers.
In this role, you will design scalable web applications and robust backend systems while remaining actively involved in writing code. You will balance architectural vision with mentorship, ensuring our full-stack solutions are fast, secure, and maintainable.
Work Scheme & Compensation
Work Model:
Hybrid in
CDMX
after 3–6 months (First 3–6 months are 100% Remote).
Contract Type:
Independent Contractor.
Compensation:
Paid in USD.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Architecture:
Design, implement, and maintain scalable microservices and monolithic architectures tailored to business needs.
Hands-on Development:
Maintain an active coding footprint while providing daily technical direction to a team of 5 engineers.
Backend & API Mastery:
Enforce best practices for backend engineering, robust API design (REST/GraphQL), and security protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT).
Data Strategy:
Define data persistence strategies across relational databases (PostgreSQL), NoSQL solutions (MongoDB), and high-performance caching (Redis).
Code Quality & Mentorship:
Drive high code standards, conduct deep-dive code reviews,



identify vulnerabilities/performance bottlenecks, and mentor team members.
Infrastructure Collaboration:
Partner with DevOps to optimize CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud deployments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience:
6+ years in full-stack web application development, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership role.
Tech Stack:
3+ years of deep expertise in
Node.js, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Python
.
Database Systems:
Strong hands-on experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, BigQuery) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
DevOps & Cloud:
Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Track Record:
Proven ability to deliver enterprise-level projects, profile slow code, and patch security vulnerabilities.
Soft Skills:
Strong communication, Agile execution, and pragmatic problem-solving capabilities.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are interested in the role, please apply here and complete our preliminary technical assessment to fast-track your application:
Take the Technical Assessment Here:
**only candidates who take the Test will be considered**

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