Python Team Lead

Company Overviewteam.blue is an ecosystem of successful brands working together across regions to provide customers with everything they need to succeed online. 60+ successful brands make up the group; with a team of 4,200 experts serving its 3,3 million customers across Europe and beyond.team.blue's brands are a mix of traditional hosting businesses that offer services from domain names, email, shared hosting, e-commerce, and server hosting solutions and, as specialist SaaS providers, adjacent products such as compliance, marketing tools, and team collaboration products. This broad product offering makes it a one-stop partner for online businesses and entrepreneurs across Europe.We are looking for a hands-on Python Team Leader to lead a team of 5-6 developers within our Odin Development / Digital Foundation department. This role combines people leadership, agile delivery management, and active software development. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, PHP team leads, and Ops teams to ensure smooth delivery while supporting team growth and technical excellence.What You'll DoTeam Leadership & People ManagementLead, mentor, and support a team of 5-6 developersConduct regular 1:1 meetings and provide ongoing feedbackFoster a positive, inclusive, and psychologically safe team environmentSupport career development and learning plansMonitor team wellbeing and workload, escalating concerns when neededAgile Delivery & Process ManagementFacilitate standups, sprint planning, and other agile ceremoniesManage and prioritize the Jira backlogCollaborate with stakeholders to define priorities and sprint goalsIdentify and remove blockers impacting deliveryTrack progress and proactively communicate risksStrategic Planning & OKRsDefine and track quarterly team OKRs aligned with company goalsReport progress and drive accountability for key objectivesTranslate business strategy into measurable team outcomesTechnical LeadershipActively contribute to Python development and code reviewsSupport technical decision-making and engineering best practicesCollaborate on technical roadmaps and platform improvementsDrive initiatives focused on reducing technical debtParticipate in incident management and post-mortem reviewsHiring & OnboardingParticipate in technical interviews and candidate assessmentsLead onboarding activities for new team membersEnsure successful integration of new hires into the teamCross-Functional CollaborationServe as the primary contact between the Python team and key stakeholdersCoordinate dependencies across teamsRepresent the team in planning and engineering discussionsWhat We're Looking ForMust-Have3+ years of hands-on Python development experienceExperience leading, mentoring, or managing software engineersStrong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologiesPractical experience working with JiraExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience defining and delivering against OKRs or similar goal frameworksAbility to balance people leadership with hands-on technical workNice-to-HaveExperience with PHP, Bash, JavaScript, or TypeScriptFamiliarity with Docker and KubernetesBackground in software architecture and system designKnowledge of hosting environments, DNS, VPS management, and related infrastructure conceptsInterest in AI tools and AI-assisted development workflowsWhat We OfferCompetitive salaryFlexible remote and hybrid working optionsAdditional vacation daysMultisport cardLanguage coursesLearning & development budget for courses, conferences, and certificationsCollaborative, low-ego engineering culture focused on continuous improvement"Come as you are"Everyone is welcome here. Diversity & Inclusion are at our core. Far above any technical competence, we value respect, openness, and trusted collaboration. We do not tolerate intolerance.Right to workAt any stage, please be prepared to provide proof of eligibility to work in the European country you are applying for. Unfortunately, we are unable to support Sponsorship VisasESGAt team.blue, our commitment to caring for the environment and each other is at the heart of everything we do. Our latest impact report showcases our ongoing ESG efforts and ambitious sustainability goals. Interested in learning more about our dedication to making a positive impact? Check it out here.