Software Engineering Team Lead

Job description

Software Engineering Team Lead

Who We Are

We are a tech‑enabled growth firm at the intersection of marketing, consulting, and data intelligence.

We ignite revenue and brand recognition for leading and emerging companies worldwide.

A people‑first culture values diversity, integrity, autonomy, and grit.

Our vision is to be recognized as the most valued private growth marketing firm in the world, with a scalable brand, culture, and services.

Our mission is to power relentless growth and redefine what’s possible through a team of growth‑obsessed experts who demand innovation and results.

A Day In The Life

• As a Software Engineering Team Lead, you’ll break down ambitious projects into actionable work, coach the team hands‑on, and remove roadblocks to keep delivery fast and efficient.
  
  You’ll work at the intersection of engineering, AI, and product, ensuring every engineer is empowered and every product pushes boundaries.
  
  

Responsibilities

AI & Product Leadership

• Champion the integration of AI technologies and automation into every stage of our software development lifecycle (SDLC) to enhance team productivity and product impact.
  
  
• Utilize and advance Power Digital’s nova ecosystem, embedding AI in our engineering and product processes.
  
  

People Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers to deliver reliable, scalable, and innovative cloud‑based applications that meet evolving business needs.
  
  
• Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and foster career growth through feedback and upskilling.
  
  
• Grow the product engineering team by actively participating in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding.
  
  

Project Leadership

• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and technical leaders to scope, plan, and deliver high‑impact initiatives—fast.
  
  
• Break down complex initiatives into manageable, iterative tasks for your team.
  
  
• Ensure consistent delivery of features and enhancements on tight timelines, balancing velocity and quality.
  
  

Process Leadership

• Lead agile ceremonies and drive the day‑to‑day activities of the engineering team, minimizing process overhead and maximizing impact.
  
  
• Collaborate with other engineering managers and tech leads to continuously improve department culture and practices.
  
  
• Stay ahead of industry trends and leverage your technical expertise to refine how we work, ship, and support our products.
  
  
• Measure, analyze, and report on team performance, output, and impact using real data.
  
  

Role Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  
  
• 3+ years hands‑on object‑oriented programming experience in at least one major language (Java, .NET, PHP, Python, Go, Node, etc.).
  
  
• 2+ years experience managing and growing engineering teams (3+ engineers).
  
  
• Demonstrated experience recruiting, hiring, coaching, and developing high‑performing engineers.
  
  
• Proven track record breaking down complex projects and shipping features to production on time.
  
  
• Strong advocate for integrating AI/automation into engineering processes and products.
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and crisp written and verbal communication.
  
  
• Positive, pragmatic, and driven—your team trusts you because you’re in the trenches with them.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• AI Integration: At least 30% of engineering output leverages AI tools (e.g., Copilot, nova, automation).
  
  
• Delivery Performance: At least 90% of roadmap features shipped on time and within quality thresholds (< 5% defect rate).
  
  
• People Growth: Ensure that over 80% of engineers achieve a documented quarterly growth goal.
  
  
• Process Efficiency: Have at least 2 measurable process improvements per quarter driving more than 10% gain in cycle time or MTTR.
  
  

Most Important Things (MITs)

• Lead, mentor, and grow your team to improve technical quality, stability, and innovation in our applications.
  
  
• Build, refine, and own engineering team processes—striking the right balance between speed and excellence.
  
  
• Communicate and collaborate seamlessly across engineering, product, and design to deliver real, measurable results.
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Base salary + commission opportunities.
  
  
• Medical bonus.
  
  
• 15 paid vacation days (PTO) per year.
  
  
• Up to 4 hours per quarter for paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) towards philanthropic endeavors.
  
  
• Fully flex work environment: full‑remote, in‑office, or hybrid.
  
  
• A one‑time 400,000 COP Work From Home (WFH) stipend automatically added to your first paycheck.
  
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  
  
• 17 observed Colombian national holidays + 2 mental health recharge days per year.
  
  
• Legal benefits like Prima, Cesantias.
  
  
• Paid Private and Public Social Security.
  
  
• Unlimited opportunities for growth & leadership within a rapidly growing firm.
  
  
• Ongoing employee development programs for personal and professional growth (Hedgehog and Vital 5s).
  
  
• Quarterly awards including prize money and recognition for outstanding performance.
  
  
• Opportunities to be involved in company DEI initiatives.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Power Digital’s people and culture are at the core of our success.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.

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Required Skill Profession

Arquitectura Y Diseño De Software