Lead Software Engineer - GCP

Title:

Lead Software Engineer – Full Stack (Next.js + Google Cloud)

Preferably East Coast US (or equivalent with similar time zones), but there is flexibility.

UK-based company, remote-friendly.

A rapidly growing UK-based technology startup is transforming the entertainment ecosystem. Their platform gives artists control over their data while creating secure, seamless, and engaging experiences for fans.

Operating globally, the company collaborates across multiple continents and is scaling quickly with ambitious goals. They’re building innovative, cutting‑edge solutions that are reshaping how fans interact with music, events, and live experiences.

This is your chance to join a high‑impact team where your technical decisions will directly influence the platform used by millions worldwide.

As Lead Software Engineer, you will take ownership of the full technology stack, from frontend to backend. You’ll guide the architecture, oversee serverless development, and make key technical decisions that drive platform scalability and performance.

This is a greenfield, high‑responsibility role for a senior engineer who thrives on problem‑solving, innovation, and technical leadership. You’ll mentor other developers, collaborate with product and design teams, and implement robust, cloud‑native solutions on Google Cloud Platform.

• Lead full‑stack development of scalable, performant web applications using Next.js, React.js, Type Script, and Node.js.
• Architect and maintain serverless backend solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Firebase, with Firestore as a core database.
• Manage deployment, optimisation, and CI/CD pipelines on Vercel, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers and lead best practices across the team.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver seamless frontend‑backend integration and outstanding user experiences.
• Drive architectural and strategic technical decisions, proactively identifying and solving complex challenges.
• Integrate third‑party APIs and services to extend platform functionality.

• Extensive experience as a full‑stack engineer with leadership over large‑scale applications.
• Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Firebase, and Firestore; strong serverless architecture experience.
• Strong frontend and backend skills:
  Next.js, React.js, Type Script, Node.js.
• Experience deploying and managing applications on Vercel, with CI/CD and performance optimisation knowledge.
• Proven ability to architect scalable backend systems and integrate third‑party APIs.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and guiding technical teams.
• Comfortable in globally distributed teams;
  West Coast US or EU candidates preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with a proactive, solution‑oriented approach.

• Play a leading role in shaping the architecture and technical strategy of a global, high‑growth platform.
• Take ownership of greenfield projects and have a direct impact on millions of users worldwide.
• Collaborate with a talented, globally distributed team using the latest technologies.
• Flexible remote working with opportunities to align with US and EU time zones.
• Competitive salary with growth potential and professional development.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We value inclusivity and diversity, believing it creates a better working world.

We love to see applicants from all different backgrounds and hire based on skills and potential, not solely focusing on prior experience.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender perception or identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Entertainment Providers and Technology, Information and Media