Technical Lead

Location: Hybrid/ Remote

Openings: 5

Experience: 0 - 2Years

Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or a related technical field

Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development & APIs

• Build microservices that provide REST APIs to power web frontends.
• Design clean, reusable, and scalable backend code meeting enterprise security standards.
• Conceptualize and implement optimized data storage solutions for high-performance systems.

Deployment & Cloud

• Deploy microservices using a common deployment framework on AWS and GCP.
• Inspect and optimize server code for speed, security, and scalability.

Frontend Integration

• Work on modern front-end frameworks to ensure seamless integration with back-end services.
• Develop reusable libraries for both frontend and backend codebases.

AI Awareness (Preferred)

• Understand how AI/ML or Generative AI can enhance enterprise software workflows.
• Collaborate with AI specialists to integrate AI-driven features where applicable.

Quality & Collaboration

• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality.
• Collaborate with teams using Agile/Scrum methodologies for rapid and structured delivery.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), Webpack, Mocha, Jest
• Experience with recent frontend frameworks – React.js, Redux.js, Node.js (or similar)
• Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, SASS/LESS, and Content Management Systems
• Ability to design and implement RESTful APIs and understand their impact on client-side applications
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) – deployment, storage, and scalability
• Experience working with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Strong backend expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Boot is a plus but not mandatory

As an IT Technical Lead, you will play a crucial role in managing and leading a team of IT professionals. You will be responsible for providing technical guidance, overseeing project execution, and ensuring the successful delivery of IT solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving innovation, implementing best practices, and maintaining a high level of technical excellence within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead a team of IT professionals, including developers, engineers, and support staff. Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to ensure team members' growth and success. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

Technical Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement a strategic technical roadmap aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends, and assess their applicability to the organization's IT infrastructure. Make recommendations for technology adoption or enhancements.

Project Management: Oversee the execution of IT projects, including resource allocation, task assignments, and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure successful project delivery. Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues as they arise.

Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert in various IT domains, such as software development, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, and data management. Stay informed about industry best practices and provide guidance on technical standards, frameworks, and methodologies. Conduct research and evaluation of new technologies to support business objectives.

Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, product managers, and other IT teams. Effectively communicate technical concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Foster strong relationships with external vendors and partners.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Assist in troubleshooting complex technical issues and provide guidance to team members in resolving them. Identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and develop preventive measures to avoid similar issues in the future. Ensure the timely resolution of critical incidents.

Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the IT department by identifying areas for optimization, streamlining processes, and implementing automation where applicable. Promote a culture of innovation, learning, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Proven experience in a technical leadership role, managing and leading a team of IT professionals.

Strong technical background in one or more IT domains, such as software development, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, or data management.

In-depth knowledge of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends.

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

• Must Have worked in a product development for minimum of 1 years 
• Must Understand the Product life cycle (Requirement analysis/ design/architecture).
• Must Have hands on Coding Experience in J2EE technologies, Core Java, JavaScript, Web services SOAP, RESTful services
• Good experience on any one application server (WebLogic, WebSphere, Apache servers etc.).
• Database experience in any one DB like Oracle/ MySQL/MS SQL etc.
• Knowledge / Experience with any one open source development tools and frameworks (Eclipse, ANT, Junit, PMD, SVN etc.)
• Ability to understand UML design diagrams. Ideally should have designed some modules in prior projects using OOAD and UML.
• Extensive experience with multi-tier transactional architecture and design.
• Passionate about test driven, clean code, automatically tested and continuous deployment

Good to have:

• Any prior Work or Knowledge on newer technologies like Big data cloud, Hadoop and spark)
• Any prior Work or Knowledge on NoSQL, ORM, AWS Services (EC2, SNS, SQS, S3, Cloudfront)
• Any prior Work or Knowledge/ MOOC on Machine Learning and AI.
• Experience in performance engineering domain (testing, tuning, profiling) will be a definite add-on.
• Expertise with identity management, authentication and information security best practices
• Expertise in working with complex cross-domain applications.

- You will play a key strategic and consultative role in developing, delivering and maintaining digital ad tech products

- Work as part of the engineering and product teams to develop complex platforms and systems that are scalable to millions of users - Result-oriented full-stack development for world-class products with high degree of performance and quality

- Developers in our teams are also adept at formulating product strategies, research best practices, bring in expertise and mentor younger talent and drive the organization’s goals higher with a self-starter attitude

- Strong sense of commitment, problem-solving, professional ethics and willingness to learn new things are a standard requirement for all our openings

B.S. in software development, computer science or related field (Equivalent experience also accepted) 

·  1+ years of relevant work experience in software development and design.  

·  Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals (e.g, algorithms and data structures).  

·  Deep understanding of JavaScript or TypeScript and at least one JS UI framework React ·  
Deep understanding of Node.js and at least one Node server framework (Express, NextJS, NestJS). 

·  Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle. 

·  Experience designing/implementing/integrating with APIs.  

·  Solid understanding of database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLServer).  

·  Solid understanding of Git and managed source control services like GitHub. 

·  Experience working within Agile software development teams. 

·  Foundational knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS). 

·  Excellent written and oral communication skills. 

About us

404 DM is a fast-growing data-driven creative solutions provider, with a portfolio of brands that include Myntra, Flipkart, and Wildcraft. Our team essentially stands for all things digital with an abundance of creativity. The focus lies in building - right from crafting compelling narratives that capture a brand's essence to the long-lasting relationships that are developed with each and every client, the agency believes that this is the driving force behind the work they do. 404 DM offers a wide variety of services in the digital sphere, including design, technology, media planning, and above all, creative strategizing that helps brands stand out amidst their contemporaries.

We are building this really cool product that will change the way brands do their marketing and acquire customers. We're looking for equally driven and highly skilled people to join us. We'd love to have a conversation with you and see if you and our team are the right fit for each other.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Defines site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.
• Designs and develops user interfaces to Internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout the development life cycle; determining design methodologies and toolsets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.
• Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.
• Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.
• Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.
• Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Supports and develops web application developers by providing advice, coaching.
• SADs (Senior application Developer ) maintain the job duties of a supervisor as well as a lower-level application developer These duties can include regular consultations with the Team concerning software, creating new programs, and testing newly installed programs to verify functionality.
• The managerial side of being a leader can include writing reports on team progress and presenting those reports to upper executive committees, per Coding standards. SADs also make executive-level standards decisions for their department, ensure company policies are being followed and counsel employees as needed

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in information technology or computer sciences. Combining full - time academics degree with certification in computer languages and software programs could be an added advantage.
• At least 5 to 8 years of experience as a leader with hands-on experience in programming languages such as Javascript, HTML, C++, PHP, Angular, Ajax, Rest Api, Node.Js, JQuery, MySQL, API Oath Integration, Shopify, Open Source app development, Social media Developer tool.

• Deep knowledge in one or more domains of the study required for the function.
• Capability to write clear and structured technical documents.
• Ability to participate in multi-lingual meetings, very good communication skills, and able to work in a team.
• The capability of working in an international/multicultural environment.
• Ability to apply high quality standard

• Good experience in Angular.
• Good experience & knowledge of latest trends in Java, J2EE, Spring framework, Oracle, SQL, HTML, XML, XSD.
• Good knowledge of web services (SOAP, REST).
• Good knowledge of Cloud Technologies and Micro Services is an asset
• Experience with the following tools/ frameworks: Maven, GIT
• Experience in PKI is an asset

• The methodology is Agile
• Reporting tools are JIRA and Confluence

• Provision of expert advice and assistance, technology watch, architectural considerations, applicable standards, solution patterns, and best practices in Angular,
• J2EE, Web services, and SSL/TLS technologies
• Providing solution options
• Development of applications (full stack) using the technologies/tools mentioned in the specific expertise
• Review of Information Systems Infrastructure Architectures
• Performing PoC in the requested technologies
• Participation in user, service, and project meetings
• Create / update documentation as part of knowledge management
• Strive for innovation and open to new trends