Technical Lead (South Asia)

About Us

Kintsugi is a leading innovator in the fintech space, committed to redefining how businesses interact with sales tax compliance. We are a remote-first company that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that directly contribute to the success of businesses worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Oversee code quality, ensuring it meets the latest standards and is thoroughly tested

• Drive project progression, ensuring work moves smoothly and on schedule

• Work closely with product managers, engineers, and leadership to align engineering efforts with business goals

• Collaborate with leadership on high-level planning to align engineering initiatives with business goals

• Define the strategic direction of integrations and technical initiatives in line with Kintsugi’s vision, staying proactive about advancements in technology and industry trends

• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of robust integrations with third-party products, enabling seamless customer data access.

• Lead a talented engineering team in Southeast Asia, providing guidance, mentorship, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years in a similar technical role, with significant exposure to integrations

• Experience in a remote, matrixed organization a bonus

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Python, AWS Serverless, Lambda, React, FastAPI, and Postgres

• Leadership Skills: Strong focus on mentorship with the ability to make decisive calls in a fast-paced environment

• Location: Remote position, open to candidates in South Asia

Nice to Have

• 3+ years of experience with FastAPI or Flask, with a focus on building APIs.

• 5+ years of experience building microservices or serverless applications, particularly in a cloud-native environment.

• 5+ years of experience with AWS, including hands-on experience with services like Lambda, S3, and RDS.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

• A proactive approach to learning new technologies and a passion for continuous improvement.

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