Tech Lead Python (Python, AWS/Azure)
-, Warszawa
Upvanta sp. z o.o.
Location: Poland (Warsaw – hybrid work, 2–3 days per week on site)
Travel: 2–3 trips per year to Denmark (approx. 1 week each)
Role OverviewYou’ll be joining a newly formed cross-functional team that includes a Product Owner, statisticians, and a UX/UI specialist. You’ll play a central role in shaping the technical direction, building the team, and delivering a scalable product. This is a balanced role that combines technical leadership with hands-on development — especially in the early stages. You will be expected to write production-grade code, make key architectural decisions, and mentor developers as the team grows.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and build the MVP architecture using Python, cloud technologies (AWS or Azure), and VueJS
Lead and mentor a small team of developers
Collaborate with statisticians to integrate complex mathematical models into the product
Drive technical decisions under uncertainty and solve problems quickly
Ensure high-quality releases through modern CI/CD pipelines
Foster a culture of experimentation, learning, and continuous improvement
Requirements:
10+ years of professional experience, ideally in a similar leadership role
Deep expertise in Python as one of your primary programming languages
Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), particularly PaaS services and multi-layered architecture
Comfortable working with VueJS or similar frontend frameworks
Proven track record in leading software engineering teams and mentoring others
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Passion for delivering user-centric solutions that solve real-world problems
What We Offer:
Opportunity to build a product from scratch in a newly formed team
Significant influence over architectural and technical decisions
Hybrid work model (Warsaw office)
Occasional business travel to Denmark
A collaborative, innovative environment focused on growth and impact
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