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Lead Developer (TypeScript)

4 months ago

Full time role

Remote · Helsinki, Uusimaa, FI... more

Are you an experienced Lead Developer eager to make a significant impact? We’re looking for a Lead Developer to join Upright's Platform Team and help shape the future of our cutting-edge data analytics platform.

Upright’s platform (https://uprightplatform.com) powers decision-making for 250+ institutional investment organizations and corporations across Europe and North America. Our platform team develops and maintains both customer-facing features and internal tools that ensure seamless data insights for our users.

As a Lead Developer, you’ll play a crucial role in taking ownership of larger projects and initiatives, while potentially also guiding a team to deliver impactful results. You’ll take charge of technical leadership in key areas, own project delivery, mentor and coach team members, delegate tasks effectively, drive process improvements, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, efficiently, and with impeccable quality.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-growing company while shaping the future of our platform. Responsibilities will be tailored to match your experience and interests, ensuring you can thrive in a role that aligns with your strengths and ambitions.

If you’re ready to grow your career and lead meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you!

SIGNS OF BEING A GREAT MATCH FOR THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

At least 6 years experience in professional software development, and proven track record of software development in TypeScript/JavaScript, Node, and React.
Proven experience leading development teams, mentoring junior developers, and providing technical direction.
Understanding of the whole software development lifecycle including design, development, deployment, and operations.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on optimizing performance and maintainability.
Excellent communication skills, able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to drive technical decision-making and set the technical direction for projects.
Solid track record of internal passion for excellence: you have gotten things done clearly better than what was required/expected from you, as you enjoy doing things well.

ADDITIONALLY, WE VALUE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

Deep experience in developing distributed, data-intensive software products.
Experience with PostgreSQL, Docker, Linux, and AWS services.
Experience with programming in Python.
Proficiency in designing user interfaces and UX.

WHAT WE OFFER:

A chance to join a quickly growing and highly ambitious impact SaaS company with a mission that matters
A fun and kind team with exceptional people who care about what they do
Exciting professional growth opportunities
Competitive compensation, including stock options and a comprehensive healthcare package

Location: Helsinki, Finland

Deadline: Candidates will be reviewed on a continuous basis and the role will be filled as soon as the right person is found.

Read more about us from our Careers website!

If you have any specific questions about the role, you can contact us via email at recruiting@uprightproject.com.