Lead Software Engineer

8 - 13 years

8 - 12 Lacs

Posted:-1 days ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Job Description

Were seeking an exceptional Lead Software Engineer who can energize and guide a team of brilliant engineers while driving rapid, high-quality product development using AI and innovative technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5-8 senior engineers across AI, Salesforce, and full-stack development
  • Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions for EDMOs product portfolio
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence
  • Manage sprint planning, code reviews, and technical delivery timelines
  • Collaborate closely with product management and design teams
  • Guide technical hiring and team scaling decisions
  • Ensure code quality, security, and performance standards
  • Lead technical discussions with university clients and stakeholders
  • Drive adoption of best practices, tools, and development methodologies

Required Qualifications

8+ years of software development experience with 3+ years in technical leadership roles

 

Must have

: Proven track record of leading high-performing technical teams

 

Must have

: Experience energizing and motivating senior engineers to achieve exceptional results
  • Strong technical background in multiple domains (AI/ML, web development, cloud platforms)
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience with performance management, career development, and team building
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in EdTech, SaaS, or B2B technology companies
  • Background in AI/ML or emerging technologies
  • Experience scaling teams from startup to growth stage
  • Knowledge of Salesforce ecosystem and integrations
  • MBA or advanced degree in technology or business
  • Track record of successful product launches and customer implementations
  • Experience working with US-based clients and distributed teams

Leadership Philosophy We Seek

  • Servant Leadership

    : Empowering team members to achieve their best work
  • Technical Excellence

    : Setting high standards while maintaining development velocity
  • Growth Mindset

    : Continuously learning and helping others grow
  • Results-Oriented

    : Delivering measurable business outcomes through technology
  • Cultural Builder

    : Creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative team environment

Growth Opportunities

  • Path to VP of Engineering
  • Opportunity to build and scale EDMOs India engineering organization
  • Lead major strategic partnerships and technical initiatives
  • Drive innovation in AI-powered educational technology

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