Jivo Wellness Private Limited

Job Description We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Information Technology to lead and oversee the organizations entire IT operations, software development, and technology strategy. This senior leadership role demands a strong technical background in software development - particularly in the MERN stack - and proven expertise in managing IT infrastructure, teams, and projects aligned with business goals. Key Responsibilities Architect, design, and develop scalable, high-performance applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js). Optimize existing applications for performance, scalability, security, and observability. Own and define the technical strategy for complex business needs, solving broad and open-ended problems. Ensure delivery of clean, efficient, maintainable code following industry best practices. Oversee and align IT operations with organizational strategy and objectives. Develop, implement, and maintain IT policies, systems, and infrastructure that support evolving business needs. Monitor IT infrastructure performance and implement proactive improvements. Lead cloud adoption, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives. Manage IT budgets, procurement, vendor negotiations, and contracts. Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of developers and IT professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous learning. Assign tasks, conduct code reviews, and ensure timely delivery of projects aligned with quality standards. Conduct performance reviews, skill development sessions, and support recruitment and onboarding processes. Facilitate a positive and productive work environment across teams. Required Qualifications Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred). 5+ years of hands-on experience in software design, development, and algorithmic problem-solving. Minimum 2 years in a managerial leadership role overseeing software development teams and IT operations. Strong expertise in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js). In-depth understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and web security best practices. Proven experience managing enterprise-scale IT infrastructure and operations. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools. Strong leadership, decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience in vendor management, budgeting, compliance, and risk governance frameworks. (ref:hirist.tech)