Team Lead, Engineering

Team Lead, Engineering - Node.js | LATAM Join Deel as a Team Lead in our Global Engineering team based in Santiago, Chile. Deel is an all‑in‑one HR and payroll platform that helps teams around the world scale globally. About the Role As a Senior Team Lead, Engineering at Deel, you will lead 1 or 2 cross‑functional teams (6‑10 professionals). Your focus will be a mix of leadership (35%) and hands‑on technical work (65%). You will drive technical excellence, mentor your teams, and deliver scalable, innovative solutions in a fast‑paced, startup‑like environment. Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industry: Human Resources Services Responsibilities Serve as a technical leader, combining hands‑on development with strategic oversight. Design, code, and deliver high‑quality, scalable applications with Node.js. Provide mentorship and technical guidance, fostering growth and skill development within the team. Ensure best practices in development, testing, and deployment, driving innovation and excellence. Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high coding standards and technical quality. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to create extraordinary user experiences. Drive technical planning and execution, balancing short‑term objectives with long‑term system health. Promote Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity and effectiveness. Facilitate knowledge sharing, cross‑team collaboration, and continuous improvement. Define and implement technical strategies in alignment with organizational goals. Lead innovation through rapid prototyping, iterative development, and problem‑solving. Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery. Represent your teams in cross‑functional discussions, aligning technical requirements with business objectives. Play an active role in hiring and scaling the teams, ensuring alignment with company values. Manage performance cycles, provide structured feedback, and support the professional growth of team members. Cultivate a culture of collaboration, inclusion, continuous learning, and engineering excellence. Champion diversity and foster an environment where all team members thrive. Partner with product, design, and other engineering teams to ensure seamless alignment on goals. Coordinate efforts across teams to drive complex projects and ensure shared objectives are met. Communicate technical challenges, opportunities, and solutions effectively to stakeholders. Push back on product decisions when necessary, presenting well‑reasoned arguments to prioritize technical health, scalability, and long‑term success. Resolve complex, multi‑team technical challenges by fostering collaboration across disciplines. Qualifications 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, and RESTful API design. 2+ years managing and mentoring engineers, with a proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams. Strong technical acumen and a track record of building scalable, robust systems. Proficiency in automated unit, functional, and integration testing. Passion for exceptional user experiences, innovative problem solving, and technical excellence. Experience managing performance reviews and scaling teams in a high‑growth environment. Thrives in environments requiring both technical expertise and leadership. Combines strategic vision with attention to detail in decision‑making. Demonstrates a commitment to collaboration, continuous learning, and team success. Drives innovation while balancing immediate goals with long‑term technical health. Bonus: experience with cross‑browser and cross‑platform challenges. Bonus: contributions to open‑source projects or technical communities. Bonus: knowledge of additional tech stacks or expertise across multiple domains. Benefits Stock grant opportunities dependent on role, employment status and location. Additional perks and benefits based on employment status and country. Remote work flexibility, with optional WeWork access. Equal Opportunity Employer Deel is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or pregnancy. We accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodations, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at #J-18808-Ljbffr