Senior Tech Lead (Backend & Architecture) | Remote full time

Neli Arabi GmbH HQ: Berlin , Berlin , Germany Remote job Apr 27

Role Details

Location: Fully Remote

Commitment: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Tracking: Hubstaff (for transparency and workflow management)

Probation: 2-month probation period

We’re looking for a Senior Tech Lead to take full ownership of our backend systems and architectural direction.

This is not just a coding role it’s a leadership position for someone who can design systems, make critical technical decisions, and drive engineering excellence in a fast-scaling environment.

The Mission

You will act as the technical authority across our systems ensuring everything we build is scalable, secure, and built for long-term performance.

You’ll work closely with both business and engineering teams, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable technical direction.

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Ownership: Design, build, and evolve backend systems and APIs for scalability and performance

Technical Leadership: Set engineering standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure high-quality delivery

System Design: Lead decisions around architecture, integrations, and infrastructure

Team Guidance: Mentor developers and support them in executing at a high level

Performance & Security: Ensure systems are reliable, secure, and optimized

Complex Integrations: Manage and improve API ecosystems across multiple services

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of experience in backend development and system architecture

Strong experience with API design, distributed systems, and scalable architectures

Proven ability to own and lead technical decisions

Solid understanding of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)

Experience working in fast-paced environments

Strong communication skills, especially in remote teams

Requirements
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Experience levels:
Expert (5+ yrs)
Languages:
English
Negotiable rate