Lead Software Engineer - Java/React.js (7-10 yrs)

Role : Lead Software Engineer

Seniority level :Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job Function : Engineering

Industry : Information Technology

Work Location : Bangalore - Work from Office

The Position :

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will oversee technical strategy, guide project execution, and mentor a team of engineers to build scalable and high-performing software solutions.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align technical goals with business objectives and ensure timely delivery of projects.

Skills & Requirements :

Technical Leadership :

- Define and drive technical standards and best practices.

- Oversee architectural decisions and ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and secure.

- Lead design discussions and code reviews to uphold quality standards.

Project Management :

- Plan and execute software projects, managing timelines, risks, and resources.

- Ensure alignment between technical teams and product management to deliver high-impact solutions.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define scope, and manage deliverables.

Team Mentorship and Development :

- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering growth and skill development.

- Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture, encouraging knowledge sharing.

- Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and goal-setting.

Hands-on Development :

- Guide in the development process by writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code with sufficient tests.

- Create a quality management plan and ensure all deliverables are sufficiently tested.

- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring high availability and reliability of solutions.

- Keep up to date with industry trends and incorporate new technologies as appropriate.

Continuous Improvement :

- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.

- Drive adoption of CI/CD practices and automation to streamline development and test workflows.

- Support DevOps practices to facilitate smooth deployment and maintenance of applications

Qualifications :

- Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

- Experience : 7 to 10 years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

- Technical Skills : Proficiency in React JS, Java, React Native, etc and experience in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, etc. and knowledge of system architecture.

- Soft Skills : Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and lead a team

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience in agile software development methodologies.

- Previous experience in managing distributed or remote teams.

- Strong understanding of database design, management and optimization techniques.

- Familiarity with Project Management tools

Location : Bangalore