Lead Full Stack Engineer (React, Node.js, TypeScript)

About the Position

We're seeking a Lead Full Stack Engineer with 7+ years of experience to shape the technical direction of next-generation digital products at Sombra. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll define architecture, mentor engineers, contribute directly to the codebase, and drive engineering excellence across frontend and backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive full-stack architecture and technical strategy
• Build scalable frontend and backend systems using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Next.js
• Design and implement APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native solutions
• Mentor engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
• Partner with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to deliver complex features
• Promote best practices in performance, security, testing, and observability
• Leverage AI tools to improve development workflows and engineering productivity

Requirements

• 7+ years of full-stack software engineering experience
• Technical leadership or mentoring experience
• Strong expertise in:
  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • Next.js
• Backend experience with Go, Python, or similar technologies
• Experience designing scalable distributed systems
• Experience with AWS and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong understanding of APIs, databases, and system architecture
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

• WebSockets or real-time systems
• AI/ML or LLM integrations
• Digital identity platforms
• Gaming technology
• 3D workflows or image processing

We Offer

Well-being

• 10 working days of Paid Day Off within an individual year.
• Up to 15 working days of Unpaid days off within an individual year.

Professional Growth

• Mentorship program – available on request.
• Platzi online course platform – stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and programming languages.
• English courses and Speaking Club – attend English classes twice a week in small groups.

Added Advantages

• Work equipment (Laptop, monitor, and small devices compensation).
• If you know someone you believe is a good fit for our cooperation, you can recommend them and get a reward.
• Public Holidays – celebrate 18 statutory holidays in Colombia.
• Sombra events – Join Sombra’s traditional events (both online and offline).

About the Company

Sombra is a company at the intersection of AI, digital identity, gaming technology, and user-generated content. We are committed to delivering innovative digital products and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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