Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead - AI Financial Assistant

Further Details

Seeking a seasoned Technical Lead Manager to guide a dedicated engineering squad in developing groundbreaking AI-driven financial tools. This role requires a blend of hands-on coding, strategic technical direction, and empathetic people management to foster a high-performing team environment. You will play a pivotal part in defining roadmaps, ensuring technical excellence, and delivering features that profoundly influence user financial outcomes. Ideal candidates possess a robust background in Ruby on Rails, agile methodologies, and a proven ability to mentor and develop engineering talent. By partnering closely with Product, Design, and Data teams, you will contribute to a product that redefines the relationship between individuals and their finances, driving both user success and company growth within the competitive fintech landscape.

Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead - AI Financial Assistant

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Cleo, a leading AI financial assistant company, as a Technical Lead Manager in Andalucía, Spain. Cleo is redefining personal finance with its innovative AI-powered platform, helping millions of users improve their financial health. The company boasts impressive growth, profitability, and a substantial ARR, solidifying its position as a unicorn in the fintech space.

As a Technical Lead Manager, you will be instrumental in guiding a cross-functional product squad. You'll combine deep technical expertise with strong people management skills, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about cutting-edge technology, driving impactful product development, and contributing to a mission-driven organization that values originality and excellence.

• Job Title: Technical Lead Manager
• Company: JR Spain Client / Employer Cleo
• Location: Andalucía, Spain
• Key Technologies: Ruby on Rails, React Native, Python, PostgreSQL, AWS, Kubernetes
• Core Responsibilities: Team leadership, technical direction, product development, people management
• Required Qualifications: Extensive experience with Ruby on Rails, team leadership, and agile methodologies
• Opportunity: Shape the future of AI in finance, contribute to a rapidly growing unicorn
• Benefits: Comprehensive package including equity, health insurance, mental health support, and learning opportunities.

Skills

• Solid experience with Ruby on Rails development
• Proven track record in building data models, APIs, and business logic services
• Experience leading technical delivery within a product squad or engineering team
• Demonstrated ability in line managing and coaching engineers
• Strong technical judgment and decision-making skills
• Comfort with agile methodologies and practices (automated testing, observability, A/B testing, feature flags)
• Collaborative approach with Product, Design, and Engineering partners
• Ability to help teams build healthy habits and improve ways of working
• Alignment with company values and engineering principles

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a squad of 4-5 engineers, blending hands-on technical contribution with people management
• Partner with Product Managers, Staff Engineers, and technical leaders to define and execute the squad roadmap and OKRs
• Define and steer the technical direction for the squad, making pragmatic trade-offs for speed, quality, and scalability
• Create an environment for effective delivery by providing clarity and unblocking progress
• Conduct regular 1:1s, provide actionable feedback, and support engineers' development and growth
• Contribute hands-on to the Ruby on Rails monolith using best practices
• Collaborate across departments to deliver and iterate on features impacting user financial health

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to apply for this exciting Technical Lead Manager position in Andalucía, Spain. Please follow the steps below to submit your application:

• Visit the Application Portal: Navigate to the official Eurojobs application link provided. 👉 Apply Now
• Prepare Your Application: Ensure you have a comprehensive CV detailing your relevant technical experience, leadership skills, and educational background.
• Review Requirements: Carefully read through the job description to confirm your suitability for the role.
• Submit Application: Complete the online application form with all the requested details.
• Interview Process: Successful candidates will be contacted for subsequent interview stages.
• Deadline: Kindly ensure your application is submitted by the closing date of 18 December, 2026.
• Contact Information: For any queries regarding the application process, please refer to the contact details provided on the Eurojobs listing.