Associate Director Engineering

About Us At ProductSquads, we are a leading provider of software development and consulting services, empowering businesses to achieve their goals with cutting-edge solutions. With a talented team of experts, we deliver customized software solutions, augment client teams with top-notch professionals, and provide strategic guidance on agile methodologies, product management and development, enabling our clients to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. With a customer-centric approach and a proven track record of success, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional results and exceeding client expectations every step of the way. We are seeking a seasoned Lead Software Engineer with over 12 years of experience, specializing in web technologies, and with strong working knowledge of Node.js/React/AWS . This role is a blend of hands-on technical leadership, architectural oversight, and team mentorship. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading engineering teams, guiding technical direction, and ensuring successful delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions. What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities): Lead the design, development, and deployment of applications using Node.js, React, and AWS. Set coding standards, review code, and ensure adherence to best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, QA, and DevOps. Mentor, guide, and grow a high-performing engineering team. Drive architectural decisions and lead technical discussions. Ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of product features and releases. Identify and address performance bottlenecks, scalability issues, and security concerns. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team. Who You Are (Education and Qualification Requirements): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. 12+ years of hands-on software development experience. Proficiency in Node.js and React.js for full-stack development. Solid understanding of AWS services for cloud-native applications. Experience in Data information services domain. Experience leading and managing engineering teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Nice to have: Experience with microservices architecture. Exposure to CI/CD tools and practices. Experience in agile development environments. Show more Show less