[Remote] Lead Engineer

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Kopius is a technology company focused on delivering modern enterprise-grade digital solutions. They are seeking a Lead Engineer to lead an offshore engineering pod responsible for technical design and implementation, ensuring alignment with onshore architecture and delivery expectations. Responsibilities Lead day-to-day execution for an offshore engineering pod delivering one or more solutions aligned to onshore architecture and macro design direction Partner closely with onshore engineering leadership, architects, product owners, and UX teams to clarify scope, interfaces, acceptance criteria, and delivery plans Drive solution-level technical design including decomposition, API/service contracts, data flows, integration approaches, and non-functional requirements within established guardrails Own delivery execution planning, estimation, dependency management, risk tracking, and predictable throughput Set and enforce engineering quality standards (code reviews, testing strategy, CI/CD hygiene, documentation, operational readiness) Coach and mentor engineers through feedback, pairing sessions, and design reviews, fostering high standards and psychological safety Communicate status, risks, and tradeoffs clearly across time zones; escalate proactively with recommendations Continuously improve team effectiveness through retrospectives, root cause analysis, and pragmatic process refinements Skills 8+ years of professional software engineering experience delivering production systems Experience leading engineers or technical delivery for a team/pod Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, design patterns) Demonstrated experience delivering modern web and/or cloud-native systems (services, APIs, UI) Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerization (Docker), and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or similar) Proven ability to execute independently within an existing architecture and standards while coordinating effectively with onshore partners Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to turn ambiguity into an executable plan and operate effectively across time zones Experience across both frontend and backend stacks (e.g., React/TypeScript plus Go/C#,.Net/Java) Intermediate/Advanced English skills with strong communication abilities Self-motivated, quick learner, and adaptable to new technologies and legacy systems Thrives in a team environment, actively contributes to collaboration, fostering a sense of community Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to issue resolution Experience with observability practices (logs, metrics, traces) and production support/incident response Experience modernizing legacy systems or integrating with legacy/closed platforms Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to enhance coding efficiency and problem-solving Demonstrated ability to integrate AI into daily development workflows while maintaining code quality and architectural alignment Benefits Kopius Journey – Structured career path and professional growth program. KopiusLab – Company-sponsored trainings and workshops. Keep Reading – Quarterly book reimbursement to support continuous learning. Language Learning – Online language classes (your choice of language). Remote Work – Outcome-focused projects with strong ownership and accountability. Referral Program – Bonuses for referring top talent. Keep Moving – Monthly fitness reimbursement. The Box – Quarterly snacks and gifts delivered to you. Company Overview Welcome to Kopius careers. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http//tradehelm.com. Company H1B Sponsorship Kopius | Careers has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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