Ciklum is looking for a Lead Full Stack Engineer for a cybersecurity startup developing an AI-powered no-code platform. This role combines deep technical ownership with leadership responsibility, shaping the product, influencing architecture, and setting high engineering standards in a fast-paced startup environment.

What You'll Do

Lead the design and development of a secure, scalable, and high-performance web-based cybersecurity platform.
Own delivery end-to-end from technical concept and architecture to production readiness and long-term maintainability.
Provide technical leadership: set engineering standards, guide architectural decisions, and lead by example.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, UX/UI designers, and engineers to translate product ideas into technical solutions.
Mentor engineers, conduct high-quality code reviews, and foster a culture of ownership and engineering excellence.
Design and implement frontend and backend systems using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Python with a focus on usability and performance.
Architect secure APIs and backend services, embedding security best practices at every layer.
Drive quality and reliability through testing strategies, performance optimization, and proactive issue resolution.
Contribute to team growth by supporting technical interviews and helping maintain a high hiring bar.

What We're Looking For

8+ years of experience in full-stack development delivering secure, scalable, user-focused applications.
Proven technical leadership experience as a Team Lead or senior engineer owning architecture and mentoring others.
Strong startup mindset: proactive, independent, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving environment.
Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools like GitHub Copilot or Cursor.
Frontend expertise: React expert delivering responsive, seamless UIs.
Backend expertise: Strong in TypeScript, Node.js, Python.
Experience with databases: Postgres, MongoDB, SQL/NoSQL databases, and ORM frameworks.
Experience with Cloud & DevOps: AWS (preferred), Azure or GCP; Docker and Kubernetes.
Excellent communication skills in English, able to work effectively with international stakeholders.
Ability to mentor and lead by example in technical best practices.

Technical Stack

React, TypeScript, Node.js, Python
Postgres, MongoDB
AWS, Azure, GCP
Docker, Kubernetes

Team & Environment

You will be part of a cross-functional development team within a fast-growing, well-funded cybersecurity startup. You will work closely with founders and an international team.

Benefits & Compensation

Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment.
Take on large-scale projects with a global impact to expand your expertise.
Tailored learning: internal events, Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications.
Explore diverse domains through internal mobility and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
Radical flexibility – work remotely or from an office.
Company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations.