Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Development Lead, Engineering to lead and coordinate our development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in React.js, Node.js, and research and development (R&D), coupled with leadership abilities to oversee PR approvals, PR merges, and cross-functional team collaboration.

As a Development Lead, you will bridge the gap between stakeholders, developers, QA, and DBA teams, ensuring smooth communication and efficient execution of projects. You will also play a pivotal role in driving innovation and maintaining development standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership:
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering growth and technical excellence.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
2. Development and Technical Oversight:
• Provide hands-on technical guidance in React.js, Node.js, and other relevant technologies.
• Oversee the development process, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and timelines.
• Approve and manage Pull Requests (PRs) and merge processes to maintain code quality and stability.
3. Research and Development (R&D):
• Drive R&D initiatives to evaluate new tools, frameworks, and methodologies for improving development efficiency.
• Encourage innovation within the team to solve complex technical challenges.
4. Collaboration with Teams:
• Work closely with QA teams to define testing strategies and ensure product quality.
• Collaborate with Data Analysts (DBAs) to integrate and optimize database solutions.
• Facilitate communication between development teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and set expectations.
5. Stakeholder Communication:
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and the technical team, ensuring alignment on goals and priorities.
• Provide regular updates on project status, timelines, and potential risks.
6. Project Management:
• Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to keep teams on track.
7. Process Improvement:
• Establish and refine development workflows to maximize productivity and quality.
• Implement and monitor CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment processes.
8. Documentation and Compliance:
• Ensure proper documentation of project requirements, architecture, and processes.
• Maintain compliance with security and data privacy regulations.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in React.js, Node.js, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Proven experience managing PR approvals, merges, and code reviews.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello).

Preferred:

• Experience collaborating with QA, DBA, and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based (AWS) environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of database systems and optimization strategies.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and guide teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset to address technical and managerial challenges.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative approach to work with cross-functional teams effectively.