The Team Lead is responsible for leading a team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions while mentoring team members, driving technical excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and acting as a bridge between engineering, clients, and leadership. This role combineshands-on technical leadership, people management, and delivery ownership.

1. Technical Leadership & Mentorship

Act as a technical and career mentor for team members, supporting their growth and long-term development.
Share broad knowledge of technologies, frameworks, and system architectures, guiding the team in making sound technical decisions.
Work closely with engineers in a collaborative, peer-programming and problem-solving environment.
Assist team members in resolving complex technical challenges by offering alternative perspectives and solutions.
Lead architectural discussions and contribute to high-level design decisions.
Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
Continuously upskill by taking relevant courses and encouraging learning within the team.
Fulfill all responsibilities expected of a Senior Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer, in addition to leadership duties.

2. Project Ownership & Delivery

Own projects end-to-end, from requirement understanding to delivery and post-release support.
Ensure timely, high-quality delivery by setting clear, realistic goals and aligning team efforts accordingly.
Identify risks early and proactively manage dependencies, scope, and timelines.
Maintain a strong focus on engineering quality, scalability, and long-term maintainability.

3. Client Collaboration & Product Thinking

Take the lead in client communication for assigned projects.
Collaborate with clients to gather, clarify, and refine requirements.
Understand the client’s vision and translate it into actionable technical and product outcomes.
Add value beyond implementation by researching ideas, competitors, and industry best practices, contributing with a product-oriented mindset.
Act as a trusted technical partner to clients, helping shape solutions rather than just executing requirements.

4. Collaboration & Cross-Team Alignment

Collaborate closely with other Team Leads, Senior Engineers, and stakeholders to ensure consistency and high standards across teams.
Share learnings, challenges, and solutions across teams to continuously improve engineering practices.
Support a culture of collaboration, ownership, and accountability.

5. Performance Management & Team Development

Lead the performance review cycle for the team.
Track, evaluate, and own team and individual KPIs, acting as a conduit between leadership goals and team execution.
Provide regular feedback and coaching to help team members improve performance and skills.
Identify skill gaps and create structured development plans to enhance team capabilities.
Encourage ownership, initiative, and professional growth within the team.

6. Hiring & Talent Building

Assist in hiring and recruitment by conducting technical assessments and interviews.
Focus on hiring high-performing engineers (“A-players”) and continuously raising the bar for engineering talent.
Contribute to building and sustaining high-performing, motivated teams.

7. Process, Standards & Policy Enforcement

Promote and enforce company-wide coding standards, guidelines, and best practices.
Ensure adherence to engineering processes, discipline, and workflow standards.
Help implement and execute company policies to ensure smooth team operations.
Support conflict resolution within the team, fostering a healthy and respectful work environment.

8. Strategic Contribution

Support upper management in driving the company’s technological vision and mission through idea exchange and technical insights.
Align team execution with broader business goals and KPIs.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of professional experience in software development, including Senior Software Engineer or Principal-level roles.
Strong experience in MVC-based frameworks, preferably with Ruby on Rails or Django.
Proven experience managing a team and delivering projects end-to-end
Hands-on involvement in client communication and team coordination.
Strong technical foundation, problem-solving skills, and ability to mentor and guide team members.

💰 Market Competitive Salary

💲 USD Component in Salary

🏥 Medical Insurance + OPD Allowance

📝 Interest-Free Loan & Leave Encashment

🏆 Long Service Awards

🏠 Remote Work Flexibility

🌴 Annual Trip & 28 Paid Leaves

👶 Maternity & Paternity Leaves

💻 Company Laptop

🎓 Learning Assistance

📈 Annual Increments

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