US Mobile builds a next-generation connectivity platform to connect the next billion wireless devices onto nationwide 4G and 5G networks. US Mobile believes that people are paying way too much for their cell phone service, especially if they are on unlimited... Backed by Volition Capital.
About the role
The Lead Backend Engineer owns the growth and output of a backend engineering pod — hiring, developing, and managing a small team — while remaining a strong hands-on contributor and a voice in technical direction. This is a player-coach role: you’ll write code and review architecture alongside your team, not just direct it from a distance, while also partnering with Talent to build out the team and with Engineering leadership to shape where the backend goes next.
What they're looking for
- 12+ years of experience with Java and Spring Boot, including experience in a technical leadership or people management role
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, and growing backend engineers, including hiring and performance management
- Proven ability to influence technical direction and drive architectural decisions at a team or organizational level
- Strong stakeholder management skills – able to represent backend engineering’s perspective persuasively in front of executives, PMs, and cross-functional partners
- Comfort operating in a fast paced environment – wearing multiple hats across engineering, hiring, and cross-functional work
More about this role
US Mobile is building the future of wireless communication. The goal: one unified network open to any person and any device, worldwide. Connection without walls.
We’re getting there by empowering customers. All three major networks on one phone and one plan, plus home internet from Starlink. No lock-in. No commitments. Custom fit plans at every price point. 24/7 customer support with real people, empowered to help. We get real-time feedback from Reddit , surveys, and customer support informing product roadmaps and everything we do. It’s working — we’re The Wirecutter’s favorite cellular carrier , and Consumer Reports has named us the top-rated mobile carrier two years in a row.*
And we’re building innovative systems that scale. A network agnostic tech stack. Agile, cross-functional teams built on trust and mutual respect. This work isn’t for everyone. If you work fast, flexibly, and collaboratively — without compromising standards — we want to hear from you.
We’re looking for an exceptional backend engineering leader: a hands-on manager and technical mentor who can build, grow, and guide a team of backend engineers while directly shaping our architecture and roadmap as we...
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