About the job Team Lead
We're seeking a technical leader to own and standardize our client applications ecosystem across desktop, mobile, and web platforms. This role will serve as the critical bridge between our client apps and backend services, ensuring seamless integration and advocating for client-side needs in architectural decisions.
Location : Remote (Europe TimeZone)
Start date : ASAP
Languages : English (required)
Team : Consolidated client apps team (desktop, mobile, front-end)
About the Role
- Own the contracts and integration layer between all client applications and backend APIs
- Standardize how desktop, mobile, and web apps interact with backend services
- Lead technical discussions and advocate for client-side requirements in architecture decisions
- Drive proactive communication with backend teams rather than passive consumption
- Make strategic decisions on API consumption patterns and client architecture
- Mentor engineers across iOS (native / Swift), Android (native), desktop (.NET / Windows), and web (Express.js / TypeScript)
- Transform the team from passive implementers to active stakeholders in platform decisions Lead initiatives like major API migrations (REST to GraphQL, etc.)
What Were Looking For
7+ years of software engineering experienceProven experience owning large-scale client applications with complex API integrationsDeep understanding of API contracts, integration patterns, and client-server architectureExperience leading technical initiatives that span multiple platformsStrong communication skills and ability to influence technical decisionsComfortable with ambiguity across multiple technology stacks
Background in either :
Senior mobile engineering with extensive API / backend integration work, ORFull-stack engineering with end-to-end system ownership, ORPlatform engineering focused on client-side systemsBonus Points
Experience with API migration projects (REST to GraphQL, etc.)Familiarity with multiple client platforms (iOS, Android, desktop, web)Background in developer tooling or SDK developmentGolang knowledge (team works closely with Golang backend)Previous team lead or technical leadership experienceWhat success look like :
Client teams proactively shape backend API decisions rather than adapting to themStandardized, well-documented integration patterns across all platformsReduced friction and faster feature delivery through better client-backend collaborationTeam members feel empowered to voice technical concerns and requirementsClear ownership and accountability for the entire client applications suitePragmatike is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without discrimination. We recruit on behalf of our clients and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.We are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process. We process your personal data solely for recruitment purposes, in accordance with applicable privacy laws, and maintain reasonable safeguards to protect your information. Your data may be shared with our client(s) for hiring consideration, but will not be disclosed to third parties outside of the recruitment process.