Tech Lead (Hands-On) Engineer (Remote)

As a Tech Lead Engineer at UPLabs.us, you'll be responsible for leading and mentoring a small engineering pod, ensuring high standards of technical excellence. Your key responsibilities will encompass designing and developing scalable fullstack applications, managing APIs and microservices implementation, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with product managers to execute project roadmaps.

Candidates for the Tech Lead Engineer position at UPLabs.us should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering. Furthermore, at least 2 years of experience leading technical teams, and extensive knowledge in Node.js and Python are essential qualifications for this role.

A successful Tech Lead Engineer at UPLabs.us should have extensive hands-on experience with Node.js and Python frameworks, such as Express, NestJS, Django, or Flask. Familiarity with frontend frameworks like React, and a good grasp of microservices architecture and API management are also critical for this position.

UPLabs.us cultivates a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement by encouraging open communication and collaboration among all team members. As a Tech Lead Engineer, you will play a crucial role in promoting best practices, conducting regular code reviews, and providing mentorship to ensure continuous learning and growth within the team.

The Tech Lead Engineer role at UPLabs.us offers a dynamic work environment that combines the benefits of remote flexibility with the vibrancy of working alongside talented engineers in Santa Monica. You'll engage with innovative projects, tackle complex challenges, and be a part of a team committed to building impactful digital products.

When discussing your leadership style, focus on how you support your team’s growth, promote communication, and ensure accountability. Share specific examples of how you've mentored fellow engineers and fostered a collaborative environment in your previous roles.

When answering, describe your understanding of microservices, including the benefits and challenges associated with this architecture. Provide examples of how you have implemented or managed microservices in previous projects to highlight your practical experience.

Outline your approach to maintaining code quality, such as implementing code reviews, establishing coding standards, and using automated testing tools. Illustrate with examples of how you've successfully improved code quality in past projects.

Think of a specific technical challenge that illustrates your problem-solving skills. Be detailed in explaining the context, the steps you took to analyze the issue, the solution implemented, and the outcome.

Explain your methods for task prioritization, whether through agile methodologies, regular check-ins, or collaboration with product managers. Provide examples of how you've effectively managed competing priorities to deliver results.

Make sure to mention Node.js and Python, along with specific frameworks like React, Express, or Django. Share relevant projects that you have worked on, emphasizing the impact of these technologies on the project's success.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing open communication and seeking to understand each team member’s perspective. Share an example of a conflict you've managed, focusing on the outcome and lessons learned.

Reflect on any experience you have with DevOps principles, such as CI/CD pipelines, automation, and cloud platforms. Discuss how these practices have improved efficiency in your team and contribute to overall project success.

Highlight your expertise in designing and managing APIs. Talk about specific techniques you've utilized, such as RESTful architecture or GraphQL, and how these have benefitted your projects and teams.

Share your strategies for promoting continuous learning, such as code reviews, knowledge sharing sessions, and encouraging feedback. Discuss how these initiatives have enhanced the team's performance and project outcomes.