Backend Team Lead – Python / Golang (Russian Speaking) – Trading – Tbilisi, Georgia – Up to €130,000 + Bonus + Hybrid Working
Overview:
We’re supporting a major trading platform in their search for a Backend Team Lead to drive the development of internal tooling and infrastructure. The focus is on data quality and delivery at scale, across near-real-time pipelines and multiple sources. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring Golang (and/or Python) experience, strong system design skills, and a passion for scalable distributed systems. Russian language skills are essential.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Lead backend development and infrastructure projects
- Optimise CI/CD and internal automation tooling
- Collaborate with other technical leads on platform architecture
- Drive the modernisation of real-time data feeds
Essential Skills & Requirements:
- Strong background in software engineering and architecture
- Commercial experience with Go and/or Python
- Familiarity with distributed systems, Kubernetes, and cloud environments
- CI/CD pipeline expertise
- Team leadership and project delivery experience
Nice to Have:
- Trading or finance experience
- Experience with internal tooling or real-time data streaming
Package:
- Up to €130,000 + Bonus
- This is a hybrid role, 3X per week in the office based in Tbilisi, Georgia
- Relocation support (visa, travel, accommodation)
- Private health insurance
- Team events, modern office with exclusive perks
Interested? Let’s have a confidential conversation.