Senior Software Developer (Lead)
Summary
Lead engineer for a Voice AI platform in Beirut: steering technical strategy, mentoring developers, and owning architecture and DevOps across a Next.js/TypeScript front end, Elysia.js back end, SQL databases, and AWS deployments with CI/CD. Hybrid option available.
We are looking for a seasoned engineer with Specialization in JavaScript/TypeScript, AWS who is ready to take the lead. This role goes beyond coding. You will be steering technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and making the architectural calls that shape our Voice AI platform. You will thrive if you enjoy working in dynamic, startup-style environments where adaptability, ownership, and clear decision-making are essential.
This is a chance to have a direct impact: you will guide the engineering culture, own core system design, and help scale both our product and our team.
ROLE
- Lead a team of developers in an Agile setup facilitating planning sessions, standups, and code reviews.
- Architect and build reliable front-end and back-end solutions with Next.js, Elysia.js, and TypeScript/JavaScript.
- Drive decisions around system architecture, infrastructure, and deployment strategies.
- Oversee and optimize SQL databases for performance and reliability.
- Own our DevOps roadmap, from CI/CD pipelines to AWS deployments (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudWatch).
- Set high standards for code quality, scalability, and testing practices.
- Mentor engineers, provide hands-on guidance, and help scale the team capabilities.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of professional software development experience, including 2+ years leading teams.
- Deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript with strong proficiency in Next.js.
- Solid back-end experience, ideally with Elysia.js or similar frameworks.
- Strong command of SQL and relational database management.
- Proven hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, CloudFormation/CDK).
- Practical knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD automation and cloud deployment.
- Proficiency with Git/GitHub workflows and modern version control.
- A track record of thriving in fast-moving, high-ownership environments (startup experience is a plus).
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience with testing frameworks like Jest, Playwright, or Cypress.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK).
- Background in scaling customer-facing SaaS platforms.
Note: Hybrid Option available for candidates residing in remote locations