Tech Lead - Development projects

Role & responsibilities :

Technical Leadership

• Guide the team in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and efficient software solutions.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and best practices to maintain code quality.
• Lead technical decision-making and problem-solving during the project lifecycle.

2. Project Execution and Delivery

• Plan, prioritize, and delegate tasks to team members to ensure timely project delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and address risks or challenges proactively.

3. Team Management and Mentorship

• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, helping them enhance their technical skills and career growth.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages knowledge sharing and innovation.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables and provide constructive feedback.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between the development team and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring mutual understanding of goals and progress.
• Work closely with other teams such as QA, DevOps, and product management to streamline workflows.
• Contribute to sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups to align team efforts.

5. Process Improvement

• Advocate for and implement process improvements, such as Agile practices or DevOps methodologies, to enhance team efficiency.
• Automate repetitive tasks where possible to reduce manual effort and improve reliability.

6. Strategic Contributions

• Support the organizations technical strategy by contributing insights and recommendations based on project experiences.
• Identify areas for innovation and improvement within the technology stack and development processes.

7. Continuous Learning and Adaptation

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the team remains competitive.
• Lead by example in adopting new tools, frameworks, and practices to drive team growth.

Preferred candidate profile

1. Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in programming languages like [e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript] and frameworks relevant to the organizations tech stack.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and scalable solutions.

2. Leadership Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead small to medium-sized development teams.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

3. Project Management:

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
• Proven ability to manage timelines, deliverables, and communicate progress to stakeholders effectively.

4. Communication Skills:

• Ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Effective team communication to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.

Behavioral Traits

5. Adaptability:

• Open to learning and applying new technologies.
• Flexible in navigating changing priorities or requirements.

6. Proactive Approach:

• Takes ownership of tasks and drives them to completion.
• Identifies potential risks and resolves them proactively.

7. Collaboration:

• Works well in cross-functional teams, aligning efforts with designers, product managers, and other stakeholders.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Additional Preferences

• Certifications in Agile, DevOps, or cloud technologies are a plus.
• Experience in [specific domain, e.g., e-commerce, healthcare, energy, etc.] if applicable to the organization.

Experience:

Min 5 to 8 yrs of experience