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Engineering Team Lead

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Via

Via

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital transportation solutions and consulting services

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Senior, Expert

London, UK

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Java
Requirements
  • Minimum of 2 years in a technical leadership role.
  • Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in Python, Java, or other high-level programming languages.
  • Minimum of 6 years of backend development and databases experience.
  • Proven record of developing and scaling products that are highly available, distributed, and large scale.
  • Clear communication (written and verbal) is crucial to our success. You should be able to formulate your ideas concisely, and communicate complex information succinctly.
  • Ability to drive work forward independently in a cross-functional, geographically distributed team environment.
  • Experience with cloud platforms.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of excellent Backend engineers, overseeing the development of both end-to-end services and core infrastructure components.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams within Via, to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Develop, own, and execute the team's roadmap, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
  • Oversee project objectives to enhance and support the overall product strategy.
  • Play a central role in managing, coaching, and fostering the growth of your engineering team.
  • Guide and mentor team members to ensure they deliver exceptional results by promoting best practices and addressing technical challenges on projects requiring advanced technical expertise.
  • Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful application design.

Via improves transportation systems by creating efficient digital networks for various clients, including urban and rural residents, corporate employees, students, and patients. Their TransitTech technology offers flexible and cost-effective mobility solutions, streamlining operations and enhancing convenience. Via also provides planning and consulting services through their Remix platform, as well as the Citymapper for Cities app for passenger insights. The company's goal is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall rider experience.

Company Stage

Series G

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Via's recent $110 million funding round at a $3.5 billion valuation indicates strong investor confidence and potential for significant growth.
  • Partnerships with organizations like Toyota Mobility Foundation and King County Metro highlight Via's ability to collaborate effectively and implement innovative transit solutions.
  • The acquisition of Citymapper positions Via to offer a more integrated and user-friendly transit experience, potentially increasing user adoption and satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the TransitTech sector means Via must continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Integration challenges with newly acquired companies like Citymapper could lead to operational inefficiencies and delays.

What makes Via unique

  • Via's TransitTech technology offers highly configurable and flexible mobility solutions, setting it apart from traditional, rigid transportation systems.
  • The acquisition of Citymapper enhances Via's end-to-end TransitTech solutions, providing comprehensive passenger insights and stronger transit networks.
  • Via's focus on diverse sectors, including healthcare and corporate shuttles, broadens its market reach beyond typical urban transit solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity packages.

Health and wellness benefits.

Local volunteer opportunities.

Support for all new parents.

Learning opportunities through our Via-Versity.

Employee Resource Groups.