Lead Engineer - Backend

Technical Lead

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BrightCHAMPS (One of Uplers' Clients) is looking for:

About Us

A global live-learning edtech platform for kids from 6 to 16 years to learn next-gen life skills such as Coding, Financial Literacy, Communication Skills and Robotics. BrightCHAMPS is currently valued at $650 million with a $63 million investment, and services 30+ countries (India, Indonesia, US, UAE, Vietnam, and many other countries across SEA and MENA) in 12+ languages across its 4 verticals. It is our vision and mission to become the worlds most learning impact-driven educational organisation by empowering the worlds 2 billion kids with next-gen life skills to help level the playing field for success, regardless of gender, physical, socio-political, cultural and financial considerations.

Hey there

Want to help us build an EPIC EdTech company?

We are looking for an extraordinary Technical Lead who is passionate about transforming how children engage with technology and acquire future-ready skills.

At BrightChamps, one of the fastest-growing EdTech companies globally, our mission is to equip every child with the essential skills for the 21st century. We are committed to unlocking the hidden potential within every student, and our rapid expansion into multiple countries is a testament to our impact.

You will play a crucial role in leading our technical team and ensuring the successful delivery of our products.You will be responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of our software solutions, maintaining high-quality code standards.

As a Technical Lead, you'll:

Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
• Drive technical discussions, make architectural decisions, and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Oversee the development and deployment of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions.

Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js.
• Work with databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Utilize AWS services for application hosting, data storage, and other infrastructure needs.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure code quality through automated testing, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards.
• Implement and maintain continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Project and Team Management:

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements and deliverables.
• Develop timelines, assign tasks, and monitor progress for timely delivery. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Foster a positive team culture, encouraging communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and support team members and professional growth.
• Facilitate team meetings, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

To WIN , you'll need:

Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on backend development (using Node.js -Preferred)
• Proven experience with AWS services (e.g., EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) and database management (SQL, NoSQL & Redis).
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership or team management role, preferably in a startup environment.

Skills:

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js frameworks (e.g., Express).
• Deep understanding of AWS infrastructure and microservices.
• Expertise in database design, optimization, and management.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.

Soft Skills:

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of developers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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• Upload updated Resume & complete the Screening Form
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