Backend Tech Lead at EVERIENCE
Brussels, Brussels-Capital, Belgium -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Python, Kubernetes, Cloud Architecture, Technical Leadership, Data Engineering, Backend Development, Microservices, Architectural Design, Agile Ceremonies, Cybersecurity, Networking, Algorithmic Trading, Electronic Trading, System Design, Team Mentoring

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description
Company Description Everience is an international consulting group delivering AI-augmented digital services and placing people at the heart of the AI revolution. With a presence in Europe, Africa, Asia and America, Everience offers its 4,000-strong workforce the most demanding and stimulating environment in which to transform and develop their skills, learning about new AI-based roles and building their future employability. Through its Symbiotic Academy the group offers a unique hub for training, practical application and exchange where everyone can experiment, learn, and progress in the fields of artificial intelligence and data. In accordance with its core purpose of orchestrating the symbiotic relationship between humans and AI in the workplace, Everience is making the augmented employee the driving force of a “symbiotic age”, where AI enhances talents and opens up new career opportunities. Job Description The Tech Lead is responsible for providing technical leadership across backend and data engineering activities within trading related product squads. The role ensures the delivery of secure, high performance applications and data driven capabilities while guiding engineering teams, collaborating with business stakeholders, and contributing to architectural decisions. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Leadership : Provide technical direction for backend and data engineering activities. Mentor and coach developers to support continuous skill development. Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality practices, and security guidelines. Contribute to architectural design and the evolution of microservices‑based systems. Guarantee the robustness, reliability, maintainability, and performance of critical backend components. 2. Product & Engineering Delivery : Gather and analyze functional and technical requirements with Product Owners and stakeholders. Design system and service architectures for trading applications. Break down work, plan tasks, supervise and support team members throughout the delivery lifecycle. Build, optimize, document, deploy, and maintain backend and data‑driven components. Provide user support and monitor deliverables after release to ensure stable operations. 3. Team Collaboration : Collaborate with traders, quants, developers, and product teams to support business outcomes. Work effectively within a distributed team across Belgium and the Philippines. Participate actively in agile ceremonies (planning, daily stand‑up, review, retrospectives). Qualifications Technical Skills : Strong experience in Python (mandatory). Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes (mandatory). Cloud architecture experience (mandatory). Good understanding of networking and cybersecurity. Experience with electronic or algorithmic trading is an advantage. Knowledge of microservices‑based architectures is an advantage. Soft Skills : Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. High level of ownership and autonomy in problem‑solving. Ability to analyze requirements and propose relevant technical solutions. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, demanding environment. Strong teamwork mindset, especially in distributed and multicultural settings Profile Requirements : University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in backend or data engineering roles. Demonstrated experience in technical leadership or senior individual contributor positions. Experience working with cross‑functional teams and business stakeholders. Additional Information Not a Fit If : You lack solid experience in Python, Kubernetes, or Cloud architecture. You are uncomfortable working directly with stakeholders and users. You are not a team player or feel uncomfortable coordinating within a team. You prefer limited ownership or an execution‑only role without leadership responsibilities. You are uncomfortable with context switching or multi‑project environments. All our positions are open to people with disabilities Level of Experience: 10-15 years Department: Managerial functions Types of work contract: Permanent
Responsibilities
The Tech Lead provides technical direction for backend and data engineering activities within trading product squads, ensuring the delivery of secure, high-performance applications and data capabilities. This involves mentoring developers, contributing to architectural decisions, and guaranteeing the robustness and reliability of critical backend components.
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