Software Technical Lead

Summary

Join NearForm as a Software Technical Lead, contributing to impactful projects for global clients. This contract or permanent position (initially 4-6 months for contract) requires proven leadership in software engineering teams within complex environments. You will architect and build scalable, cloud-based applications using Golang, while providing technical and line-management leadership. Responsibilities include project delivery, client collaboration, stakeholder communication, and mentorship. NearForm offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental, RRSP, paid time off, remote work flexibility, home office support, professional development budget, and wellness resources.

Requirements

• Leadership Experience: Proven ability to lead software engineering teams in complex, enterprise environments
• Client-Focused: Skilled in working directly with clients, translating requirements, and managing expectations
• Extensive experience with server-side technologies, particularly Golang
• Proficient in gRPC Protobufs, PostgreSQL optimization, and complex query creation
• Expertise in integrating with third-party APIs and managing two-way syncs
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices
• Quality-Driven: Strong experience in test-driven development, testing best practices, and maintaining high code quality
• Architectural Knowledge: Mastery of design patterns, open-source tools, and operational concerns such as monitoring, security, performance, accessibility, and GDPR compliance
• Communication Skills: Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Empathy and People Skills: Demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor diverse teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment

Responsibilities

• Architect and Build: Design and develop scalable, cloud-based applications using server-side technologies, particularly Golang
• Technical Leadership: Provide both technical and line-management leadership to your team, ensuring alignment with best practices and delivering exceptional outcomes
• Project Delivery: Take ownership of project success by guiding technical direction, resolving blockers, and meeting timelines
• Client Collaboration: Work directly with clients to translate business requirements into actionable technical briefs and reports
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to both client and NearForm leadership, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making
• Mentorship: Foster a culture of excellence, upskilling team members through guidance on best practices, design patterns, and technical solutions

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Coverage & RRSP
• Enjoy a comprehensive paid time off package, encompassing holidays, sick leave, and flexible vacation days
• Work remotely: we have a genuine dedication to work/life balance
• Work flexibility; we appreciate there are more important things in life than work so our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem!
• Home Office Support: Receive a home office stipend to help you create a comfortable and productive workspace
• Investment in Growth: Access a generous professional development budget to support ongoing learning and career growth
• Positive Company Culture: Join a positive and collaborative company culture that places value on work-life balance
• The Wellness Hub: We have a genuine commitment to fostering/improving Nearformers’ wellbeing; we offer resources and support, including a Nearform advice line which offers confidential support for anything from relationship issues to staying healthy