Backend - SMTS - Chennai - Expert in DB/K8s/Kafka

Software Engineer Lead

Role: Senior Member Technical Staff

Experience: 10+ years

Location: Chennai

Mode: Hybrid (3 days WFO)

Job Summary
As a Software Engineer Lead, you will oversee a team of talented engineers in designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality deliverables, providing technical leadership, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve project goals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering professional growth and collaboration.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions that meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines across all development activities.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Participate in architectural decisions and contribute to the overall technical strategy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in software engineering principles, including design patterns and algorithms.
• Proficiency in full-stack development, including front-end and back-end technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Node.JS
• Strong experience with SQL, Database design, and DB migrations
• Strong experience with Git workflows
• Strong Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud platforms such AWS, Google Cloud or Azure
• Experience in Kafka, Kubernetes
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Technologies: Node.Js or GoLang, AWS/ Azure/GCP, CI/CD, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes

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About Encora

Encora is a global company that offers Software and Digital Engineering solutions. Our practices include Cloud Services, Product Engineering & Application Modernization, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience & Design Services, DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, Quality Engineering, AI & LLM Engineering, among others.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.