Lead Software Engineer

Reporting Structure : Associate Director - IT

Designation : Lead Developer

Work location : Hyderabad

Job Role

We are looking for a passionate Lead Full-Stack Developer to join our dynamic team and drive the development of cutting-edge web and mobile applications. In this role, you will lead the engineering team, define architecture, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. You will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including product managers, UX / UI designers, and business leaders, to create exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of developers to build scalable, high-performance web and mobile applications.

Architect and implement full-stack solutions using modern frameworks and technologies, including React, Angular, Vue.js (frontend), and Node.js (backend).

Work with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for application deployment, CI / CD, and infrastructure management.

Ensure security best practices, authentication, and data protection strategies are implemented.

Collaborate with UX / UI designers to translate wireframes into seamless, functional user interfaces.

Maintain and prioritize the product backlog alongside the Project Manager, ensuring clear technical roadmaps.

Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and maintain coding standards across the team.

Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance project development.

Participate in technical interviews to assess and onboard new engineering talent.

Required Skills

Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.

Expertise in Node.js and backend frameworks such as Express.js, NestJS, or Fastify.

Hands-on experience with databases (SQL - PostgreSQL, MySQL; NoSQL - MongoDB, DynamoDB).

Familiarity with microservices architecture and API integrations.

Experience with CI / CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and deploying applications in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques.

Experience with Git, Agile methodologies, and modern development workflows.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Experience

Minimum 8+ years of experience in fullstack development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Leadership Competencies

Critical thinking

Time management

Risk management

Team player

Communication

Learning attitude and improvement mindset

Any links to your prior work (interfaces / applications / code) are welcome