M1 - Engineering Lead

About the role

Spin Careers is actively searching for an M1 Engineering Lead to take on responsibility for guiding autonomous development teams toward the successful delivery of high-quality technical projects. This role demands a distinctive combination of deep technical proficiency and refined leadership abilities to bridge the gap between business goals and technical implementation. You will be key in cultivating a team culture that prioritizes accountability, encourages innovation, and supports ongoing process enhancement. The ideal candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy while ensuring that team efforts are strategically aligned with organizational priorities. You will influence technical direction while simultaneously developing the leadership capabilities of the engineers around you. This position is central to driving execution excellence and maintaining high standards across the development lifecycle.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead and mentor autonomous development teams, ensuring they perform at their best and align with the strategic goals of the organization.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among product management, quality assurance, and business stakeholders to ensure projects are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Establish and track service level agreements (SLA), service level objectives (SLO), and service level indicators (SLI) to ensure that business needs are met consistently.
• Collaborate with system architects to design scalable, secure, and maintainable architectures that support the company's growth and operational needs.
• Supervise code review processes and quality assurance activities to guarantee the reliability and accessibility of software products.
• Work closely with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams to oversee infrastructure capacity and enhance system resilience.
• Identify inefficiencies and obstacles within the development process, implementing solutions to boost team productivity and overall system performance.
• Create and maintain documentation for operational processes and system guidelines, empowering teams to work independently and effectively.
• Serve as a cultural ambassador within the organization, promoting an inclusive and productive work environment for all team members.
• Analyze development workflows to uncover bottlenecks and implement corrective actions that improve throughput and quality.
• Partner with security teams to ensure that all implementations adhere to established compliance and data protection standards.
• Guide the selection and adoption of tools that improve the efficiency of the development lifecycle.
• Monitor team health and engagement, providing support and adjustments to maintain high levels of motivation and productivity.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks, determining their relevance and potential integration into existing architectures.

Requirements

• Hold a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development, showcasing a strong technical foundation across multiple domains.
• Accumulate at least 1-2 years of experience in a leadership or mentoring role, demonstrating the ability to guide and inspire teams effectively.
• Exhibit strong proficiency in programming languages and frameworks such as .NET, Java, TypeScript, React, React Native, and Node.js.
• Possess solid experience working with microservices, containerized environments, and RESTful APIs, ensuring a modern approach to software architecture.
• Demonstrate familiarity with secure coding practices, including Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST).
• Maintain a deep understanding of software design principles, including SOLID principles, established design patterns, and recognized architectural standards.
• Have experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, to manage data effectively and efficiently.
• Show knowledge of testing methodologies such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD), and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
• Prove an ability to manage risks and dependencies in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment without compromising quality.
• Demonstrate a commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code that supports long-term product stability.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills and the capacity to debug complex issues across distributed systems.
• Show effective communication skills necessary for coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures while promoting a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
• Display adaptability in responding to changing priorities and requirements in a fast-moving environment.

Nice to have

• Bring experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, enhancing the scalability and reliability of applications.
• Show familiarity with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum or Kanban, to promote iterative development and continuous delivery.
• Apply knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, fostering a culture of collaboration between development and operations teams.
• Mentor junior developers and actively contribute to their professional growth within the organization.
• Apply understanding of performance monitoring and optimization techniques to enhance application efficiency and user experience.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position based in Monterrey, México. The selected candidate is expected to work on-site unless otherwise specified in company policy. No travel is required for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in Mexico without the need for visa sponsorship. The hiring process will move forward on a rolling basis, so early application is strongly encouraged.