Tech Lead

IRIS.AI is an ML driven software that helps scientists all over the world throughout their work. We are building a fully fledged Science Assistant Machine that can read and understand scientific text and give you the full picture of the current state-of-the-art in a human understandable way. We also provide a suite of API services for AI developers, including our RAG-as-a-Service offering.

Our developers throughout their work are utilizing the fruits of our own machine learning research, combining it together with cutting-edge open source frameworks provided by top companies such as Amazon, Google, Facebook and Nvidia and deploying the results on the AWS infrastructure to further develop our distributed cloud-based ML software system.

We are looking for a Tech Lead to join our fast-paced IT startup and play a key role in leading our technical team. In this role, you will not only contribute as a Senior developer but also guide, mentor, and lead a team of engineers, ensuring high-quality technical execution, driving innovation and researching for improvements, providing suggestions for future company developments.

Technologies used in the job include:

• Python / Django / Flask
• Docker / Kubernetes
• Amazon AWS / Git
• Non-relational database (CouchBase)
• Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery
• Service oriented Architecture / Microservices

Software development responsibilities:

• Software development - specification, planning, implementation
• Drive innovation, test and adopt new technologies to enhance development productivity
• Work in an agile process in a distributed team with limited connectivity
• Research, design and implement/integrate software systems
• Participation in the full process until product delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Be responsible for your own personal development in the field, as we provide the opportunities for it

Technical Lead & management responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to align technical decisions with business goals.
• Provide technical guidance, resolve blockers, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Guide architectural decisions and maintain high technical standarts.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding and performance reviews of engineers
• Lead & mentor a team of software developers, ensuring code quality and best practices.

Skills and Experience Required

• 2+ years of leadership or team management experience (Tech Lead, Team Lead, Engineering Manager, etc.)
• At least 7 years of experience in the Software development field.
• At least 3 years of experience with Python language.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in the field of web development – application servers, web services, rest services, JSON, databases, cloud platforms
• Strong architectural and software design patterns knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software engineering or similar
• Ability to teach and transfer knowledge to others
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluent English

Any of these is an advantage:

• Master’s in the field of Computer Science or similar
• Experience with AI/ML technologies
• Conference presentations, publications, or participation in research projects.

LIFE AT IRIS OFFERS:

Job Value

• A job with immense value - global mission, changing the course of Science
• A futuristic mix of AI , Engineering and Science
• An international team of Aces - highly intelligent and versatile engineers + experienced entrepreneurs

Compensation Package & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Annual Salary Review
• Share incentivization plan

Work-Life Balance

• 30 days annual paid vacation
• Flexible work hours
• Flexible work location - You choose where to work from
• Hybrid model or 100% remote work - You want it? - You have it!
• Regular Team building activities and travels
• Seasonal Working Get Togethers (summer / winter)
• Personal equipment reimbursement program
• Charity and volunteer activities
• Employee Recognition program
• Free MultiSport card
• Cool Sofia office in a central location
• Private Health Insurance - premium package
• Bi-annual health checks

Professional Development

• Career Enhancement plan
• Knowledge transfer
• New Technologies Introduction & Learning opportunities
• Mentorship opportunities
• Workshops, Conferences, Hackatons, Tech Deep Dives (internal & external)
• Freedom to bring innovation and your ideas to life

So, are you ready to lead, innovate, and build the future?

Join us! 🚀