Your responsibilities, Drive architectural decisions focused on scalability, performance, and security, Ensure alignment with cloud-native best practices (Azure environment), Oversee robust API integrations and seamless system communication, Lead refactoring initiatives to improve codebase quality continuously, Contribute high-quality, production-ready code, Support complex feature implementation and technical problem-solving, Analyse and resolve production issues to maintain system stability, Champion best practices (SOLID, DRY, design patterns), Conduct thorough code reviews, Promote TDD and automated testing culture, Improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes, Mentor junior and mid-level developers through pair programming and feedback, Actively support Scrum values and agile ceremonies, Partner with Product Owners during refinement sessions to ensure feasibility and accurate estimations

7+ years of software development experience, including time in a Senior or Technical Lead role, Strong expertise in Angular (v2+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, and state management (NgRx), Hands-on experience with NestJS and PostgreSQL, Experience working with Microsoft Azure and cloud-native architecture, Practical knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, Experience with unit testing frameworks (Jasmine, Karma, Jest) and TDD, Proven experience leading development teams, Strong background in architectural design and technical decision-making, Ability to balance hands-on coding with strategic thinking, Strong English communication skills (spoken and written), Passion for clean code, continuous improvement, and mentoring others, Comfortable working in international, cross-functional environments

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Division of working time, Front-end - 90%, Back-end - 10%

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Team size, 10

This is how we work, in house, you develop several projects simultaneously, you have influence on the technological solutions applied, you have influence on the product, you focus on product development, you focus on code maintenance, scrum

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Team members, fullstack developer, technical leader, automated test programmer, product owner, scrum master

This is how we work on a project, Clean Code, code review, TDD, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, test automation

Recruitment stages, Call with a Motife recruiter (30 min), Online interview with a technical case (1.5h)

About the project

We support recruitment for a US-based company that is a provider of mission-critical background screening solutions. They work with Fortune 100 clients helping them manage risk and hire the best talent. This role will provide you with an outstanding opportunity to work for an industry-leading company. With over 4500 employees from 30+ different nationalities, you will be working with a diverse bunch of creatives redefining the world of digital background check and verification services across the globe.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will provide hands-on technical leadership to an international development team based in Kraków. You will balance architecture and coding excellence with mentorship and team development, ensuring high-quality software delivery aligned with business priorities.

You will collaborate closely with backend teams, Product Owners, and global stakeholders, influencing architectural decisions, improving engineering practices, and strengthening agile delivery standards.

This is how we work on a project, Clean Code, code review, TDD, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, test automation

work-time

Division of working time, Front-end - 90%, Back-end - 10%

work-organization-team-size

Team size, 10

work-organization-team-members

Team members, fullstack developer, technical leader, automated test programmer, product owner, scrum master

About the project

We support recruitment for a US-based company that is a provider of mission-critical background screening solutions. They work with Fortune 100 clients helping them manage risk and hire the best talent. This role will provide you with an outstanding opportunity to work for an industry-leading company. With over 4500 employees from 30+ different nationalities, you will be working with a diverse bunch of creatives redefining the world of digital background check and verification services across the globe.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will provide hands-on technical leadership to an international development team based in Kraków. You will balance architecture and coding excellence with mentorship and team development, ensuring high-quality software delivery aligned with business priorities.

You will collaborate closely with backend teams, Product Owners, and global stakeholders, influencing architectural decisions, improving engineering practices, and strengthening agile delivery standards.

Your responsibilities

• Drive architectural decisions focused on scalability, performance, and security
• Ensure alignment with cloud-native best practices (Azure environment)
• Oversee robust API integrations and seamless system communication
• Lead refactoring initiatives to improve codebase quality continuously
• Contribute high-quality, production-ready code
• Support complex feature implementation and technical problem-solving
• Analyse and resolve production issues to maintain system stability
• Champion best practices (SOLID, DRY, design patterns)
• Conduct thorough code reviews
• Promote TDD and automated testing culture
• Improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers through pair programming and feedback
• Actively support Scrum values and agile ceremonies
• Partner with Product Owners during refinement sessions to ensure feasibility and accurate estimations

Recruitment stages

• Call with a Motife recruiter (30 min)
• Online interview with a technical case (1.5h)