R&D Team Lead (CRM)

Stake Chain Hub is a fast-growing innovative Fintech company, creator of next-generation Financial Hub including CFD trading, Digital Banking facilities, Shares dealing, Payments, and CRM, using cutting-edge technologies to bring a new era in financial freedom terms.

We solve real day-to-day problems by unifying financial services and making them accessible while reducing the friction caused by using multiple service providers. We are now recruiting the Stake Chain Hub core team! This is your opportunity to take part in changing the financial world.

Stake Chain Hub is a global company with offices in Israel, Cyprus and South Africa.

Working in Stake Chain Hub means flexibility, personal growth, and professional development.

we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hands-On Team Leader with a deep understanding of backend development, API architecture, event-driven systems, and extensive experience in leading development teams.

As a Hands-On Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in driving the technical direction of our CRM and API development efforts, particularly within the context of event-driven systems. Your expertise in distributed systems, multi-language environments, event-driven architectures, and leadership skills will be pivotal in guiding a talented team of developers toward successful project delivery. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring the seamless integration of your team’s work and adhering to agile methodologies to meet our fast-paced development goals.

Responsibilities:

• Led a team of full-stack & backend developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and hands-on expertise in backend & CRM development, API architecture, distributed systems, and event-driven architectures.
• Drive the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality, scalable, and reliable backend services, APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements, technical specifications, and roadmaps.
• Take ownership of technical decisions, architecture, and code quality, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and company standards.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, scalability, and security in a high-volume event-driven environment.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency enhancements, and innovation in backend development and event-driven systems.
• Manage projects and priorities effectively, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining the highest level of quality.
• Uphold agile methodologies and foster a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and adaptability within the team.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and learning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on software development experience, with a strong emphasis on backend development, API architecture, and event-driven systems.
• At least 2 years of proven leadership experience, leading development teams and driving successful project delivery.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, multi-language ecosystems, event-driven architectures, and high-volume data handling.
• Highly Proficiency and knowledge with PHP applications
• Proficiency in a variety of programming languages commonly used in backend development is a big advantage (e.g. C#, Node.js, PHP, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of API design principles, RESTful architecture, microservices, and event-driven patterns (e.g., pub/sub, event sourcing).
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and a track record of delivering projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.
• Strong commitment to code quality, best practices, and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated and independent, with the ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively.

If you are a seasoned backend developer with a passion for leadership, a deep understanding of distributed systems, event-driven architectures, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic startup environment, we invite you to join our team as a Hands-On Team Leader. Take the next step in your career journey and help shape the future of our innovative company. Apply now!