About the role
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Technical Lead to guide our clients engineering team in building a scalable, secure, and high-performance integration platform for restaurant reservation systems. In this role, you will set the technical vision, lead the team, and shape the architecture of our event-driven microservices platform. Your work will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams both within and outside the organization to ensure the delivery of robust and efficient solutions.
Our client is a technology-driven platform designed to make spontaneous bookings at restaurants and venues seamless. It connects individuals seeking last-minute reservations with businesses that have immediate availability, simplifying the process of finding open spots in real-time.
Requirements
- Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Establish and enforce best practices in software design, testing, deployment, and system monitoring.
- Architect and oversee an event-driven microservices platform, ensuring efficient API design and integration.
- Optimize system performance, security, and reliability, ensuring compliance with standards such as PCI DSS and GDPR.
- Take a proactive approach to incident management, risk mitigation, and production stability.
- Stay ahead of emerging technologies, integrating modern solutions to enhance the platform’s capabilities.
- Manage relationships with third-party integration partners, resolving API-related issues effectively.
- What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a Tech Lead role with a focus on event-driven architecture.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and growing engineering teams.
- Expertise in Kafka, AWS (API Gateway, Lambda, DynamoDB), and microservices architecture.
- Proficiency in backend development using Java or Node.js, along with database technologies.
- Deep understanding of DevSecOps practices and cloud-native architecture principles.
- Experience designing scalable, real-time solutions that ensure data consistency across services.
- Bonus Points For
- Experience with Stripe or other payment gateway integrations.
- Background in the restaurant tech or booking systems industry.
- Familiarity with front-end frameworks and API consumer best practices.
About the company
VirtuHire
VirtuHire At VirtuHire, we specialize in connecting businesses with South Africa's top-tier remote talent. By offering no-recruitment-fee hiring solutions and acting as the Employer of Record (EOR), we handle everything from sourcing and onboarding to payroll and admin management. Our mission is to empower companies to scale efficiently, save up to 68% on operational costs, and access a highly skilled, diverse workforce tailored to their needs. Whether you're a business looking for cost-effective, qualified talent or an applicant seeking exciting remote opportunities, VirtuHire ensures a seamless and professional experience at every step. Join us and discover the difference of working with the top 1%.
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