As Management Events successfully turned the concept virtual, now we aim at taking our concept to the next level to capture the opportunities to accelerate our growth! We have operations and operations in the Nordics, Benelux, DACH and South-East Asia, employing our staff of 250+ employees, generating annual revenue of 30+M€. We serve customer base across the globe via our virtual platform.  

To support our growth, we’re looking for a skilled Technical Lead who thrives in a hands-on role, diving into code and technical challenges while guiding a talented team in Helsinki. You’ll spend most of your time building scalable, high-performing solutions and collaborating across teams to turn business needs into reality.

In This Role, You’ll:

• Design and implement technical solutions, with a focus on backend development (AWS Lambda, REST APIs, GraphQL), database optimization (MariaDB, DynamoDB, S3), and cloud integration (AWS, Azure, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, SendGrid, Twilio).
• Write clean, efficient code and lead by example in a fast-paced development environment.
• Work closely with developers to solve problems, review code, and ensure top-notch delivery.
• Translate business and marketing goals into actionable technical plans, collaborating with non-technical stakeholders.
• Optimize applications for scalability and performance.
• Build and refine CI/CD pipelines and automated testing to keep deployments smooth and reliable.
• Share your expertise with the team, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

This isn’t a sit-back-and-strategize role—it’s about rolling up your sleeves, coding, and making things happen while keeping communication clear and effective.

What You’ll Bring:

• Frontend and Backend: Hands-on experience with APIs, Next.js, React, JavaScript, and scalable web applications.
• Data & Databases: Strong skills in database design and optimization (MariaDB, DynamoDB, S3 experience a plus).
• Cloud Platforms: Practical expertise with AWS (Lambda, S3, EC2, etc.) to build secure, scalable systems.
• DevOps: Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Communication: Ability to explain technical ideas clearly to developers, marketers, and business teams alike.
• Team Player: Experience mentoring peers through code reviews and collaborative problem-solving.

We’re looking for someone who’s 80% in the trenches coding and building, with 20% guiding and communicating.

Soft Skills:

• Pragmatic problem-solving with a focus on getting things done.
• Clear, concise communication for cross-functional teamwork.
• A collaborative mindset that lifts the whole team.

Experience:

• 7+ years in software development, with deep expertise in frontend, backend, and cloud technologies.
• Proven ability to deliver hands-on technical work in a team setting.
• Bonus: Experience with marketing platforms like HubSpot or SendGrid.

How We’ll Support You:

✅ Work-Life Balance: Up to 12 extra days off per year, hybrid work options, and a supportive team in our central Helsinki office.
✅ Perks: Lunch vouchers, culture/sport benefits, massages, and regular team events.
✅ Growth: A culture of continuous learning & feedback to keep your skills sharp.
✅ Innovation: Your ideas matter—we’re always evolving and want to hear from you!

About Our Software Development Team:

Our 25-member team collaborates with global outsourced designers, developers, and testers. We’re growing fast and need someone who can jump in, boost our delivery capacity, and keep quality high. We use Scrum to stay organized and focused.

Tech Stack & Tools We Work With:

• Backend & Cloud: Spring, WordPress, Algolia, Amazon EC2, GraphQL, Microsoft GraphQL, Serverless, Amplify, Azure
• Databases: MariaDB, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch
• Frontend & APIs: PHP, Angular, NodeJS, Next.js, React, APIs
• DevOps & Integrations: Jenkins, RabbitMQ, pipelines, cron jobs
• Marketing & Communication Tools: HubSpot, SendGrid, Twilio