Team Leader (Linux Engineering)

Why this role matters

This role is essential to the stability, growth, and continuous improvement of our Linux-based core infrastructure services. You will be responsible for leading the Server Engineering team, combining hands-on technical expertise with people management and delivery oversight. The role plays a key part in ensuring operational excellence and driving architectural evolution, while actively collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Product Management, QA, DevOps, and Engineering to deliver high-impact infrastructure solutions.

The role is based in our office in Limassol, Cyprus. In case of relocation, we offer full relocation support for you and your family to make your move smooth and worry-free.

What you'll actually do

• Actively contribute to architecture decisions, code reviews, and solving complex technical problems alongside your team.
• Set clear priorities, track progress, and step into operational challenges personally when needed.
• Develop and support people through coaching, feedback, regular performance reviews, and tailored growth planning.
• Evaluate and introduce technologies and tools, keep technical debt visible and under control, and ensure SLIs, SLOs, and service dependencies are properly defined and monitored.
• Develop detailed project plans and timelines, manage resources, and monitor progress within the team.
• Drive the assessment and implementation of technologies and tools in the team.
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical and project-related risks.
• Act as a change agent to support organizational changes and implement management decisions.
• Support the incident management process within the area of responsibility.
• Take a product approach to managing the team’s backlog.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Relevant certifications in software architecture, agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe), or cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) are considered as an advantage.
• Cloud Native / Linux Professional Institute / Red Hat certifications is a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience working with Linux infrastructure, including 2+ years in a leadership or mentorship role.
• Track record of managing the performance and development of highly skilled engineers, including senior and lead positions.
• RHEL / Debian expertise.
• Expertise and hands-on experience with core infrastructure services.
• Hands-on experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience working with monitoring, logging, and performance tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and motivate engineers.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

What we offer along the way

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Full relocation support for you and your family — flights, housing, visas, and legal assistance included
• Top-tier health insurance with full family coverage — medical, dental, vision, mental health — plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Unlimited learning opportunities: external courses, English lessons, career and leadership development
• Education allowance covering school and kindergarten fees
• 21 working days of annual leave, plus public holidays and fully paid sick, maternity, and paternity leave
• Employee appreciation program: branded gifts, birthday day-offs, celebration budgets for weddings, newborns, and milestones
• “Get to know Team” trips — meet colleagues across our global hubs, along with company-wide offsites that raise the bar
• Employee share scheme — grow with us
• Branded MINI Cooper Countryman company car and private parking
• Free in-house sports clubs, Sanctum Club gym access, and jet skis
• Access to a Corporate doctor
• Exclusive discount program with cafes, gyms, and local services
• Expat tax perks: up to 50% income tax exemption
• Support with the naturalisation process for relocated employees

What your journey looks like

1. First interview with Talent Acquisition Specialist (up to 45 minutes)
2. Short online English test (for non-native speakers)
3. Leadership Assessment
4. Technical Interview (1,5 hours)
5. Final interview (1 hour)

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