Technical Leader - Latin America
Azumo · Buenos Aires · Remote
Azumo
Azumo operates as a nearshore software development and staffing firm, pairing US and global clients with engineering talent concentrated in Latin America, with a hub in Buenos Aires. Its work spans custom application development, machine learning engineering, data science, and data engineering across Python, .NET, JavaScript, and Java stacks—positioning it alongside nearshore and IT-services players like Encora, Globant, and Toptal's staffing model, competing on time-zone alignment and technical depth rather than sheer scale. Like many nearshore firms that emerged to serve North American companies seeking cost-effective, culturally aligned engineering partners, Azumo built its reputation on delivering senior-level technical talent rather than junior staff augmentation.
Gig description
Headquarters: Buenos Aires, Argentina URL: http://azumo. com Description Azumo is looking for a highly motivated Technical Leader to develop and enhance high-performing and scalable software solutions in Python, . NET, Machine Learning Engineering, Data Science, Data Engineering, JavaScript, and Java, among other technological challenges. We will only be considering candidates based in Latin America, as most of our engineers are based there. This position will give you the opportunity to collaborate with a growing team and bright engineering minds in software development, data, and AI. You will enjoy the role if you love designing and developing scalable, high-performance software solutions using Python, . NET, Java, JavaScript, and modern data technologies, and connecting applications to modern cloud-based technologies. Technical leaders take charge of technical teams. They typically ensure the smooth functioning of technical operations, monitor and evaluate staff progress, assist with training and recruitment, set goals, and ensure overall client satisfaction. Responsibilities: Define the architecture, deliverables, and timelines Lead your team through the scrum process to deliver valuable software solutions Create end goals for your team Delegate work and assignments to team members Collaborate with your team to identify and fix technical problems Supervise system modifications Conduct security audits to identify areas of improvement Liaise with team members, management, and clients to ensure projects are completed to standard Write progress reports and deliver presentations to stakeholders Hire and train technical personnel Requirements BS or Master’s degree in Computer Science, related degree, or equivalent experience 10+ years of experience with software development in Java, Python, . NET, JavaScript/NodeJS, or data technologies 7+ years of experience leading development teams Professional English proficiency (C1/C2) Deep expertise with Linux and hosted cloud environments (Heroku, AWS, App Engine, or others) Practical experience with open-source technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases Experience integrating solutions with 3rd-party APIs (RESTful, OAuth, JSON) Self-driven and motivated, with a strong work ethic and a passion for problem-solving Strong experience with backend development, data systems, or scalable software architecture Benefits Company benefits include: Paid Time Off Mentored Career Development U. S. Holidays USD Remuneration Profit Sharing Maternity Coverage 100% Remote About Azumo Based in San Francisco, California, Azumo is an innovative software development firm specializing in AI software development services . We help companies of all sizes build intelligent applications by combining expertise in data, cloud, and AI . Our talented AI developers are trusted to deliver Top AI Development services in Generative AI , intelligent automation, and custom machine learning solutions. At Azumo , we believe in professional and personal growth. As a recognized AI Development company , we support our engineers in mastering the latest technologies and delivering Top AI Development services worldwide. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and solving complex problems with modern AI solutions. We believe in giving back to our community and will volunteer our time to philanthropy, open-source initiatives and sharing our knowledge. If you are qualified for the opportunity and looking for a challenge please apply online at Azumo/join-our-team or connect with us at people@azumo. co To apply: https://weworkremotely. com/remote-jobs/azumo-technical-leader-latin-america
Requirements to meet
Disclaimer
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Skills required
Machine Learning (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Introduction to DevOps principles for machine learning
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 33m · ★ 4.7
This course directly covers Machine Learning, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 1 hours.
Continuous deployment for machine learning
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 22m · ★ 4.7
This course directly covers Machine Learning, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 0 hours.
Intro to Machine Learning
Kaggle Learn · beginner · Free
This course directly covers Machine Learning, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level.
Python (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
PySpark & Python: Hands-On Guide to Data Processing
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 5h · ★ 4.4
This course directly covers Python, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 5 hours.
Data Analysis with Python
freeCodeCamp · beginner · Free
This course directly covers Python, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level.
Pandas
Kaggle Learn · beginner · Free
This beginner-level Pandas course is recommended to help build foundational Python skills relevant to the Technical Leader - Latin America role.
JavaScript (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Get started with web development using Visual Studio Code
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 44m · ★ 4.8
This beginner course covers JavaScript, directly addressing the JavaScript skill gap identified for the Technical Leader - Latin America role.
Meta Front-End Developer Professional Certificate
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 229h · ★ 4.7
This course covers JavaScript, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 229 hours.
Programming with JavaScript
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 47h · ★ 4.7
This course directly covers JavaScript, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 47 hours.
SQL (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Sort and filter results in T-SQL
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 57m · ★ 4.8
This beginner-level T-SQL course helps build foundational SQL skills, addressing the SQL skill gap identified for the Technical Leader - Latin America role.
Explore data roles and services
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 22m · ★ 4.8
This course covers SQL, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 0 hours.
Explore fundamental relational data concepts
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 37m · ★ 4.8
This course covers SQL, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 1 hours.
AWS (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
AWS Fundamentals Specialization
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 40h · ★ 4.8
This course covers AWS, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 40 hours.
AWS Cloud Technical Essentials
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 20h · ★ 4.8
This course covers AWS, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 20 hours.
AWS Cloud Solutions Architect Professional Certificate
Coursera · intermediate · $49/mo · 62h · ★ 4.8
This course covers AWS, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at an intermediate level and can be completed in approximately 62 hours.
Data Engineering (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Explore core data concepts
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 35m · ★ 4.8
This course directly covers Data Engineering, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 1 hours.
Explore data roles and services
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 22m · ★ 4.8
This course directly covers Data Engineering, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 0 hours.
Introduction to data engineering on Azure
Microsoft Learn · intermediate · Free · 26m · ★ 4.8
This course directly addresses the Data Engineering skill gap for the Technical Leader - Latin America role by covering core data and engineering concepts at an intermediate level.
Agile (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 10h · ★ 4.8
This course directly covers Agile, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 10 hours.
Agile with Atlassian Jira
Coursera · beginner · $49 · 12h · ★ 4.7
This course directly covers Agile, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 12 hours.
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Specialization
Coursera · intermediate · $49/mo · 25h · ★ 4.7
This course directly covers Agile, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at an intermediate level and can be completed in approximately 25 hours.
Java (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Sign in users with Microsoft Entra ID in a Java web app
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 37m · ★ 4.8
This beginner course provides practical Java experience, directly addressing the Java skill gap identified for the Technical Leader - Latin America role.
Manage secrets in Java applications - Zero Trust and Zero Secrets
Microsoft Learn · beginner · Free · 34m · ★ 4.6
This beginner course covers Java, directly addressing the Java skill gap identified for the Technical Leader - Latin America role.
Object Oriented Programming in Java Specialization
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 115h · ★ 4.6
This course directly covers Java, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 115 hours.
Node.js (required)
GapLinux (required)
GapCourses that may help you meet this requirement:
Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 18h · ★ 4.6
This course directly covers Linux, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 18 hours.
Linux Fundamentals
Coursera · beginner · $49/mo · 16h · ★ 4.5
This course directly covers Linux, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at a beginner level and can be completed in approximately 16 hours.
Manage hybrid workloads with Azure Arc
Microsoft Learn · intermediate · Free · 44m · ★ 4.8
This course directly covers Linux, which appears as a requirement in the Technical Leader - Latin America posting at an intermediate level and can be completed in approximately 1 hours.