Node.js Team Lead

We are Pateplay, a software company operating in the global iGaming market, developing innovative games and platforms that combine cutting-edge technology with a spark of creativity.Our products reach every continent and are available in over 55 international markets, establishing us as a trusted and reliable partner in the industry.Based in Sofia and growing fast, we’re a B2B SaaS team made up of developers, artists, QA engineers, product thinkers, and operations pros — all working together to create fun, impactful games and smart tools for our partners.If you love diving into meaningful challenges, enjoy shaping products used by real players, and get energized by trying new things — you’ll feel right at home with us. If you know your craft, stay curious, and like to aim high — we’ll get along great.And now we are looking for our next developer teammate!Responsibilities:Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of transparency, collaboration, and accountability.Plan, prioritize, and delegate development tasks to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.Participate in system design, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making.Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (backend, frontend, QA, DevOps, Product) to ensure smooth project delivery.Identify and resolve technical issues, optimize performance, and support the implementation of best practices.Support hiring, onboarding, and continuous training of new team members. Requirements:Experience: 7+ years in software development, including 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role.Strong knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScript.4+ years of commercial experience with Node.js.6+ years of experience in web development.Proficiency with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and 3rd party API integrations.Hands-on experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL), Redis.Familiarity with Git workflow, Jira, Unit Testing.Excellent communication in English.Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.Ability to motivate, mentor, and guide developers effectively.Good to have:Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).Familiarity with microservices architecture or containerization.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.We offer:Additional health insurance Annual paid leave up to 25 days Free Sport cardA supportive and close-knit team. Agile and casual cultureOpportunity to work in a dynamic, evolving, and profitable industry