The Technical Lead (Node.js) will be responsible for leading end-to-end backend development initiatives, driving architecture decisions, and ensuring high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. This role requires a strong hands-on approach, deep expertise in Node.js ecosystems, and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, testing, deployment, and support

- Own technical design and architectural decisions, ensuring scalability, performance, and security

- Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions

- Develop and maintain high-quality Node.js applications with a strong focus on performance and reliability

- Drive code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure adherence to coding standards

- Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement

- Identify technical risks and proactively define mitigation strategies

- Ensure timely delivery of projects with high quality and reliability

- Work closely with DevOps, QA, UI/UX, and Product teams for seamless delivery

- Stay updated with emerging technologies and introduce relevant innovations

Required Technical Skills :

- Strong hands-on experience in Node.js development

- Expertise in :

1. Node.js, Express.js

2. TypeScript

3. Microservices architecture

4. RESTful API design and development

- Experience with event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)

- Strong knowledge of authentication & authorization (JWT, OAuth2)

- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)

- Solid understanding of design patterns, system design, and performance optimization

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git)

- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)

- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

Good to Have :

- Familiarity with frontend technologies (React / Angular / Vue.js)

- Experience with GraphQL

- Knowledge of observability tools (logging, monitoring, tracing)

Soft Skills & Attributes :

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

- Proven experience in client-facing roles

- Ability to manage priorities, resolve conflicts, and lead teams effectively

- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

- High ownership and accountability

Education & Experience :

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

- 8- 12 years of software development experience

- 2- 3 years of experience as a Technical Lead managing teams of 5- 10 members

- Experience working on enterprise-grade or product-based applications