Lead Software Engineer - Node.js/Express.js/React.js

Role & responsibilities :

- Responsible for building and continuously improving cloud-based SaaS applications

- Works closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, and SQA to ensure smooth integration and delivery in an agile setup.

- Ensures all code meets organizational standards for security, performance, and reusability.

- Applies modern frameworks and tools to deliver a consistent and user-friendly experience across platforms.

- Handles testing activities such as unit testing, debugging, and issue resolution to maintain product quality.

- Reviews code changes, evaluates their impact on existing functionality, and maintains proper technical documentation.

- Takes ownership of identifying and implementing improvements, including refactoring large modules and supporting deployment.

- Provides guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers, helping them grow technically.

- Drives a culture of quality by conducting regular code reviews and sharing actionable feedback.

- Promotes innovation within the team by encouraging experimentation with new tools and development approaches.

Required skills :

- Overall 6+ years of professional experience in software development.

- Strong frontend expertise with ReactJS and JavaScript/TypeScript (around 4+ years of hands-on work).

- Solid experience in backend and cloud development, using technologies such as Node.js, Express, AWS Amplify, AWS Lambda, AppSync, and GraphQL.

- Good understanding of database systems, including both relational and NoSQL; experience with DynamoDB, Amazon Aurora, or similar platforms is expected.

- Prior experience in leading or mentoring a team of engineers (approximately 2+ years).

- Proficiency in building and managing Single Page Applications (SPA).

- Strong knowledge of authentication mechanisms, caching techniques, and API security practices.

- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git (GitHub), AWS CodeCommit, or SVN.

- Comfortable working in an agile development environment with cross-functional teams.