Technical Lead - IntelliJ Platform (Remote)

About the Role

Join JetBrains as a Technical Lead for the IntelliJ Platform, where you'll help shape the future of developer tools. This is a unique opportunity to work remotely while leading a talented team dedicated to enhancing productivity for millions of developers worldwide. As a Technical Lead, you'll drive innovation and redefine productivity in software development.

What You'll Do

• Lead the plugin development ecosystem for both remote development and UI tooling by defining clear APIs and drafting documentation.
• Re-architect core subsystems to enhance flexibility and portability across different environments.
• Organize and implement processes related to the deprecation cycle for the IntelliJ Platform API.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet modern development needs.
• Utilize your extensive experience in platform architecture to guide architectural decisions and critical thinking.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in platform architecture and systems design.
• Strong understanding of JVM concurrency and Kotlin coroutines.
• Proven technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to organize and perform large-scale refactoring in monorepos.
• A passion for building developer tools and experience with different UI frameworks.

Nice to Have

• Experience with database internals and network applications.
• Knowledge of modern development practices and tools.

What We Offer

• Strong base salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• Flexible work location - work from home or the office.
• Remote work options, including up to 30 days per year working from abroad.
• Extra time off to recharge and pursue personal interests.
• Medical insurance allowance for you and your family.
• Learning and development opportunities, including access to conferences and courses.
• Language classes to improve your skills.
• Hot meal or lunch allowance on workdays.
• Mental health support services for your well-being.
• Sports benefits, including gym access or stipend.
• Internal events for team bonding and celebrations.