Software Engineering Lead - Backend (JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, AWS, Kafka)Outside IR35Remote with 2 days a month in the office in LondonWe''re looking for an experienced Software Engineering Lead with a strong Back End development background to lead the delivery of scalable, cloud-native systems.Key skills:Strong commercial experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.jsProven experience building event-driven systems using KafkaStrong AWS experience across modern cloud servicesBackground designing and operating microservices/distributed systemsHands-on technical leader with experience mentoring engineers and leading deliveryRole overview:Lead Back End architecture and development while remaining hands-onDrive best practices through code reviews and technical leadershipWork closely with Product, DevOps, and Architecture teamsOwn system scalability, performance, and reliabilityThis role suits a technically strong leader who enjoys setting direction and getting into the code.Please send across an updated CV if this position is of interestInterviews to take place this weekGCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.