Software Engineer Team Lead

Who we are:

BigID is an innovative tech startup that focuses on solutions for data security, compliance, privacy, and AI data management. We're leading the market in all things data: helping our customers reduce risk, drive business innovation, achieve compliance, build customer trust, make better decisions, and get more value from their data.

We are building a global team passionate about innovation and next-gen technology. BigID has been recognized for: 

• BigID Named Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the Global InfoSec Awards
• Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies
• CRN 100 list named BIgID as one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management and Data Protection Companies (3 years running)
• DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work for
• Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendors to Watch' in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards
• 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the 4th consecutive year!
• Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity

At BigID, our team is the foundation of our success. Join a people-centric culture that is fast-paced and rewarding: you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.

Who we seek:

We’re looking for a Software Team Lead to join our Data Privacy team, reporting to the Director of Engineering. As the Team Lead, you'll be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of our big data architecture. You'll lead a team of software engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data initiatives that support business objectives. Your expertise in MongoDB, ES, Java, and Node.js will be critical in ensuring the scalability and performance of our data systems.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in the design and development of scalable and resilient solutions.
• Optimize and manage search capabilities using Mongo and Elastic technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, data analysts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Oversee code reviews, ensure best practices in coding and data handling, and maintain high-quality standards in software development.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in big data and recommend improvements to our architecture and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime and ensure system reliability.
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making regarding data architecture and tools.
• Collect and analyze your team’s KPIs.
• Participate in customer calls, understand their use cases, and solve their problems.
• Collaborate with software teams from Israel, Portugal, Ukraine, Poland, and India.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience leading software teams.
• 8+ years of experience in the software engineering field. 
• 5+ years of experience in Java.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A solid understanding of CI/CD principles.
• Experience working with both external and in-house APIs and SDKs 

Advantages:

• Experience working directly with customers
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS or Azure) 
• Experience with MongoDB
• Experience with Node.js

What’s in it for you?!

Our people are the foundation of our success, and we prioritize offering a wide range of benefits that make our team happier and healthier.

• Equity participation - everyone shares in our success
• Flexible work arrangements - for parents, for remote workdays, etc.
• Office perks: dog-friendly environment, fully stocked fridge, gym, and exercise classes, weekly Happy Hours, free parking, evening meals
• Knowledge training & Career development tracks

Our Values:

We look for people who embody our values - Care, Do, Try & Shine.

• Care - We care about our customers and each other
• Do - We do what it takes to make a positive impact
• Try- We tryour best and we don’t give up
• Shine- We shine and make it our mission to always stand out

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We’re committed to creating a culture of inclusion and equality – across race, gender, sexuality, and disability – where innovation and growth thrive, every voice is heard, and everybody belongs. Learn more about us here.

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