Lead Node.js Engineer – Driving Real-Time Sports Innovation - Leipzig - 80k

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Overview

A leading player in international sports technology is seeking a Lead Node.js Developer to guide a dedicated development team in delivering high-performance web applications. These systems support real-time results for global sporting events such as the Olympics and World Cups.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead critical digital initiatives, work with cutting-edge cloud platforms, and ensure our systems deliver fast, reliable, and scalable performance to millions of users worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 2 Node.js developers in the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native systems.
• Architect backend services and APIs with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Promote and implement best practices in software development, testing, deployment, and documentation.

Your Profile

• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• 4+ years of hands-on development with Node.js and Express .
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience building and maintaining cloud-based systems (e.g., Azure , AWS ).
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines , automated testing, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a high-performance environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with frontend frameworks, ideally Vue.js .
• Previous experience with or willingness to work in C#/.NET environments.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.
• German: Advantageous

Why Apply

• Work at the cutting edge of real-time sports technology.
• Contribute to systems used at the world’s most prestigious sporting events.
• Join a globally active team committed to innovation and performance.
• Enjoy a dynamic, impactful role with international exposure.
• Relocators welcome

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Spectator Sports

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