Backend Team Lead

Our mission: Make an impact

TradingView was founded with a mission to empower people to achieve success on their own terms. We're building a space where anyone can maximize their chances in the financial markets with the best tools and data at their fingertips. Our product portfolio includes best-in-class charts, versatile commercial libraries, a social network, and many more tools for retail and business audiences. Trusted by companies like Revolut, Binance, and CME Group — and loved by millions of individual traders.

We're now the world's largest financial analysis platform — with 100M+ users in 180+ countries (even Antarctica). Every day, people from all over the world use TradingView for analysis, collaboration, and informed trading decisions. We foster a community-driven approach to financial education for everyone — from seasoned traders to eager beginners.

To keep building great things, we need great people. We're looking for passionate individuals who care deeply about product quality and want to shape tools used by millions. At TradingView, we believe in ownership, transparency, and constant improvement. We value people who are proactive, collaborative, and driven to make an impact. If that's you — read on. 

Your mission: Drive change

We are looking for a Team Lead to join and guide a team of 5 people. The Hope Team is responsible for backend support and the development of our web platform, including page generation, API development, security, user data management, and notifications.

How you'll shape success

Technical Leadership

• Lead the adoption of backend development best practices, including code reviews, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of backend services.
• Define technical standards and architectural approaches for building maintainable and robust systems with Python.
• Drive improvements in system architecture, infrastructure, and development workflows.
• Maintain high code quality and performance.

Development Process & Delivery Management

• Plan and oversee backend development tasks, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, analysts, and product managers.
• Break down, estimate, and track tasks.
• Identify risks early and create mitigation strategies.
• Ensure transparency of progress and challenges for both the team and stakeholders.

Team Management & Growth

• Build and develop a strong backend engineering team.
• Design and manage onboarding and mentoring processes for new team members.
• Conduct regular 1-on-1s to support growth and motivation.
• Provide training and career development opportunities to enhance skills and competencies.

What makes you the perfect fit

Technical Expertise

• Strong experience in Python development (FastAPI, Django, or similar frameworks).
• Understanding of distributed systems, databases, and API design.
• Knowledge of performance optimization and security best practices.
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Basic understanding of frontend technologies to collaborate effectively across teams.

Leadership Skills

• Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of developers.
• Strong skills in task prioritization, planning, and expectation management.
• Excellent communication skills to align technical and business goals.
• Ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous situations.

Experience

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Python, including 2+ years in a lead or managerial role.
• Demonstrated success in leading projects from concept to release.
• It'll also be an advantage if you have experience in:
• Finance or trading systems.
• High-load / large-scale systems.
• Using TradingView or similar products.

It'll also be an advantage if:

- You have experience with finance and trading, or knowledge of the industry.

- You're already familiar with TradingView . We love users who become teammates

Thrive in a space built for you.

Work & Life

- Flexible hours

- Hybrid approach (office + remote, depending on team and location)

- Modern offices with local perks

Growth

- Global team of 500+ professionals from 40+ countries

- Continuous learning & mentorship

- Career development opportunities

Benefits

- Relocation support (visa, transportation, housing)

- Private health insurance

- Performance bonuses

- TradingView Premium subscription

Culture

- Annual team events

- Inclusive, diverse environment where everyone can thrive

Join our global team and explore our hubs around the world — London, New York, Málaga, Tbilisi, and Limassol — and find the perfect environment to grow your career. We embrace a hybrid approach — combining office collaboration with remote flexibility, depending on the team and location.Relocation support is available, and fully remote roles are clearly marked in the job description.

TradingView is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our success is driven by 500+ professionals from 40+ countries who speak nearly 20 languages.