Lead Software Engineer

What Will You Do

• Software Development – Lead by example by writing scalable, efficient, and maintainable code. Be the technical backbone of the team.
• Technical Guidance – Make informed architectural decisions, solve complex engineering problems, and mentor developers to elevate team output.
• Execution & Delivery – Champion engineering excellence through agile development, best practices, and timely releases of high-quality software.
• Team Management – Hire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team. Cultivate a collaborative, innovative, and high-trust culture.

What Must You Have

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of full-stack web development and backend systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).
• Proficiency in technologies like Redis, Kafka/Pub/Sub, MySQL, and job schedulers.
• Experience in architecting and developing cloud-native applications on AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Execution Ability

• Proven track record of delivering robust and scalable systems under tight timelines.
• Adaptable to different software development methodologies and tools.
• Passion for clean code, efficient processes, and product excellence.

Educational Background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong foundation in OOP, system design, concurrency, and CS fundamentals.

Problem-Solving Skills

• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
• Experience building and operating large-scale backend systems with high reliability and performance.

Hands-On Leadership

• 4+ years of software engineering experience, Preferrable 1+ years in a lead or mentorship role.
• Actively involved in coding, reviews, and system design discussions.
• Ability to drive product direction through technical decisions.

Ownership & Mindset

• Proactive and self-driven with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and align engineering efforts with business goals.