Engineering Team Lead (Fintech)

TL;DR

Engineering Team Lead (Fintech): Leading the development of a technical platform (internal API) for processing online donations with an accent on team management and technical decision-making. Focus on mentoring developers, ensuring adherence to deadlines, and managing technical debt.

Location: Remote (CET hours preferred)

Salary: GEL15,150 - GEL 15,950 + stock options

Company

Fundraise Up is a global fundraising platform built to make donating to nonprofits fast, seamless, and accessible.

What you will do

• Lead a team of 5-8 Fullstack developers.
• Write and review code (approximately 70/30 split in favor of management).
• Ensure the team follows company processes and engineering guidelines.
• Own the delivery of features and adherence to deadlines.
• Make technical decisions and prepare technical designs for new features.
• Mentor and develop engineers; conduct regular 1:1 meetings and performance reviews.

Requirements

• Experienced Engineering Team Lead with 10+ years of software development experience, including at least 2 years as a Team Lead or Engineering Manager managing a team of 5–10 developers.
• Hands-on leader who can write code, make sound technical decisions, and design systems thoughtfully.
• Strong people management skills: hiring, coaching, giving feedback, and resolving conflicts.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Fullstack Developer.
• At least 5 years of experience in product companies working with our stack: TypeScript, Node.js, MongoDB, Kafka, Redis.
• English is at B2+ level: you don’t struggle to find words and can confidently discuss any technical topics.

Nice to have

• Experience working in fast-growing companies or startups will be a plus.

Culture & Benefits

• 31 days off.
• 100% paid telemedicine plan.
• Home Office Setup Assistance: the company offers assistance with purchasing furniture and other items to create a comfortable workspace.
• English learning courses and relevant professional education.
• Gym or swimming pool and Co-working.
• Remote working.