Tech Lead

About the Company

Our client is a leading manufacturer of TMT Bar and exporter in India. They are a well known group that achieves a turn over of 3000 Cr per annum. The group is setting a construction & architecture oriented omni channel B2B & B2C platform. Merito, a curated talent platform is responsible to identify key resources for this project.

Job Location: Kolkata

Job Description

• Full stack e-commerce developer is responsible for writing reusable, testable, and efficient code
• Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performance applications 
• Implementation of security and data protection 
• Understanding of performance testing and optimization techniques 
  
  

Requirements

• Fullstack developer should have the ability to translate Wireframes and PSD Designs into functional web apps.
• Binding of UI elements to JavaScript object models
• Creating RESTful services with Node.js
• Fullstack developer must have proven experience in front & back-end development
• Work in a cross-functional team to deliver a complete user experience
• Reactjs Nodejs developer must know MongoDB, Express, Node.js, & React.
• Create Unit and Integration tests to ensure the quality of code
• Be responsive to change requests and feature requests
• Write code that is cross-platform and cross-device compatible
• Full developer must have the ability to wear many hats and learn new technologies quickly
• Understanding & proficiency in REST APIs.
• Fullstack developer should know Git Repository and Jira.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead with expertise in the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack to join our dynamic team. As a Technical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading the development of cutting-edge web applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions.

Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership:

• Lead a team of developers in the design, development, and deployment of high-quality web applications.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.
• Take ownership of the technical architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

1. Development:

• Hands-on development using the MERN stack to build robust and scalable web applications.
• Collaborate with the team to define technical specifications and implement solutions according to requirements.

1. Code Review and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Implement and maintain automated testing processes to guarantee the quality of deliverables.

1. Technical Strategy:

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and priorities.
• Contribute to the development of the technical roadmap and ensure alignment with business goals.

1. Problem Solving:

• Identify technical challenges and provide innovative solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.

1. Documentation:

• Create and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and system documentation.

1. Stay Updated:

• Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in web development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or Senior Developer with expertise in the MERN stack.
• Strong proficiency in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.
• Proficient in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Full Stack – Software Developer

Villa Plus is UK's leading villa holiday tour operator, providing holiday makers the ability to book their own private villas across Europe. Customers have a choice of close to 2000 villas in 19 destinations with option of booking flights, car hire, transfers and travel insurance. Over the last 33 years Villa Plus has catered for holidays for nearly 200,000 customers and it manages about 50,000 bookings annually online. 

Our digital platformhttp://www.villaplus.com/">, http://www.villaplus.com/">www.villaplus.com runs totally in Azure Cloud. A headless CMS platform is used for non-villa marketing content.  Ash software is value-added partner and technical arm of Villa Plus which aims at delivering delightful experience to customers.

• Bachelor / Masters degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

A good team player with expertise working as part of Agile teams. Hands-on experience in practicing Scrum, XP and Kanban. Hands-on experience in Microsoft .NET technology stack is a must

• Strong hands-on experience in web development using ASP.NET MVC and C#
• Usage of SQL and no SQL databases
• Hands on experience in test-driven development and DevOps practices
• Understanding and following OOAD, SOLID principles using C#
• Well-versed with pair-programming
• Working on solutions hosted in cloud environments (Azure or AWS)
• Implementation of continuous delivery processes
• Usage of Git

The following would be beneficial:

• Understanding of behavior-driven development and domain-driven design
• Experience in :
  • .Net core, Web API
  • Scripting Languages like JavaScript
  • Frontend: Angular7
  • Automating business processes
  • Integration with 3^rd party systems
  • Content management

Strong experience on core Java (Version >=1.8 )

Strong experience on Spring ecosystem (Core, MVC, data, JPA, transaction management, security, AOP, Batch & Boot). Comfortable performing integration tests in Spring context.

Strong experience on JDBC and DB concepts.

Experience of TDD/BDD approach and prior experience working with CI/CD tools (Maven, Git, jenkins)

Strong experience on ORM (hibernate) and PL/SQL procedures

Knowledge of some of UI latest languages / frameworks ( Html5, Angular 4+)

Knowledge of SOA/Microservices (REST, Soap) and its challenges

Strong knowledge on APP server (Tomcat, Weblogic)

Strong knowledge on Microservices

Exposure on Digital stack

-          UX/UI

-          API

-          Machine Learning

-          Big Data

-          Cloud/Docker/IaaS/PaaS

Knowledge on Java Swing

Experience delivering sound development, testing, implementation, deployment and support strategies in complex distributed environments.

Knowledge on production monitoring tools.

Good experience in leading change within a team, especially around testing and quality practices.

Team player, who relentlessly involves others and shares knowledge with them

Should have experience of participant in design reviews and code reviews.

Curiosity in all the latest trends and ready to do POCs with new technical stack