Technical Lead

About the Role:

We are looking for a Technical Lead to manage our development team and execute on existing technology infrastructure. You'll lead a team to deliver projects, maintain our systems, and coordinate with vendors to ensure smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership

Manage and mentor the development team

Assign tasks, review code, and ensure timely delivery

Execute projects as directed by leadership

Ensure team follows best practices and coding standards

System Operations

Maintain and optimize our in-house system & frontend website (performance, security, uptime)

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across platforms

Implement assigned improvements to existing systems

Vendor & ERP Coordination

Serve as technical liaison with our ERP provider (LeadSquared/LSQ)

Manage API integrations between internal systems and external platforms

Coordinate with outsourced vendors for seamless operations

Cross-Functional Technical Support

Enable marketing team with technical automation, analytics, and tools

Provide technical solutions to business teams within existing infrastructure

Document processes and maintain technical knowledge base

Infrastructure Management

Manage cloud servers (AWS, DigitalOcean, etc.)

Handle server deployment, configuration, and maintenance

Ensure data consistency and security across platforms

Monitor system performance and address bottlenecks proactively

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

7-8 years in software development with team management experience

Proven track record of leading development teams and delivering projects

Technical Expertise (Must Have):

PHP frameworks: CodeIgniter, Laravel

Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

CMS: WordPress development and customization

Server Management: AWS (Amazon Web Services), DigitalOcean, or similar cloud platforms

Server deployment, configuration, and maintenance

CRM/ERP systems (LeadSquared experience preferred)

API integration and database management (MySQL)

Version control (Git) and deployment processes

Mindset & Approach:

Execution-focused: Delivers what's assigned without over-engineering

Team player: Works within established direction from leadership

Hands-on leader: Codes alongside team when needed

Operations-first: Focuses on maintaining and perfecting existing systems

Comfortable managing external vendors and technical partners

Preferred:

Node.js experience

Education sector or service industry experience

Experience supporting non-technical teams

Working with outsourced technology vendors

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field