Technical Lead I, Backend

Who you are

You have a strong background in backend engineering and experience leading teams — your leadership style emphasizes autonomy, flexibility, and experimentation, fostering an environment where creativity can thrive. You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and designers, to identify opportunities and deliver impactful solutions. Your hands-on experience allows you to set technical direction and guide your team through complex challenges, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

You are comfortable with rapid experimentation and iteration — you understand the importance of building proof-of-concept solutions and are adept at pivoting based on feedback and learning. You have a passion for creating intuitive product experiences that resonate with users, particularly in the context of small businesses. Your ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders helps bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams.

Desirable

Experience with consumer-grade product development or tools that enhance user onboarding would be a plus. Familiarity with agile methodologies and a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle will further enhance your effectiveness in this role.

What you'll do

As a Technical Lead at HubSpot, you will lead a team of engineers focused on delivering fast and intuitive product experiences for small businesses. You will spend approximately 60% of your time hands-on, setting the technical direction and prototyping solutions alongside your team. Your role will involve collaborating closely with product managers and designers to ensure that the tools you build meet user needs and provide immediate value.

You will guide your team through the development process, helping them navigate challenges and encouraging innovative thinking. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a culture of experimentation, where team members feel empowered to explore new ideas and approaches. You will also be responsible for mentoring and developing your team, helping them grow their skills and advance their careers.

In addition to technical leadership, you will play a key role in strategic discussions about product direction and user experience. Your insights will help shape the future of HubSpot's offerings, ensuring they remain competitive and valuable to users. You will also be involved in stakeholder management, communicating progress and aligning on priorities with various teams across the organization.

What we offer

At HubSpot, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. You will be part of a dynamic team that values autonomy and creativity, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your curiosity and willingness to learn are just as important as your technical skills. Join us in our mission to help millions of organizations grow better.