Team Lead - Node Developer

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Node.js Developer – Team Lead to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will lead a team of backend developers to architect, design, and implement scalable web services and applications. Your leadership will help drive our development process and ensure best practices are followed throughout the SDLC. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of backend developers working primarily with Node.js. Design and develop scalable RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs. Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software. Review code, provide mentorship, and enforce coding standards and best practices. Manage sprints, allocate tasks, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones. Contribute to architectural decisions and technology stack improvements. Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful design. Stay updated on emerging technologies and propose adoption where appropriate. Requirements: 2+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js and backend development. 2+ years in a technical leadership or team lead role. Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, Express.js, and related frameworks. Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Deep understanding of asynchronous programming, RESTful API design, and microservices. Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Strong understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience). Nice to Have: Experience with GraphQL, WebSockets, or message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka). Knowledge of frontend technologies like React or Angular. Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced development environment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Monday to Friday Morning shift Ability to commute/relocate: Bhilai, Chhattisgarh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Node Developer: 3 years (Preferred) JavaScript / TypeScript: 3 years (Preferred) Team Leadership: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person