VP Engineering

JOB REQUIREMENTS • 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in as a Development Lead, Engineering Manager, or similar leadership role. • Strong hands-on technical background in backend/frontend/cloud technologies. • Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices architecture. • Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, version control, and DevOps practices, containers, CI/CD, and scalable architectures. • Excellent leadership, decision-making, and project management, problem solving skills. • Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical and business information clearly. • Ability to handle multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment. • Strong ownership mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. • Passion for mentoring, building teams, and improving engineering culture. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Team Leadership & People Management • Lead, mentor, and manage the entire development team, including interns, junior developers, and senior engineers. • Conduct regular training sessions, knowledge-sharing meetings, and capability-building workshops. • Identify skill gaps and create growth plans for team members. • Manage performance reviews, provide feedback, and support career progression. • Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and high performance. Project & Delivery Management • Own the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from planning to deployment. • Break down product requirements into sprint tasks and assign responsibilities. • Define and manage project deadlines, delivery milestones, and development roadmaps with the team. • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality features aligned with product goals. • Work closely with the CEO for project planning, updates, and escalations. • Ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions. Technical Leadership • Provide architectural direction for scalable, secure, multi-tenant, multi-region systems. • Review code, ensure adherence to coding standards, and drive continuous improvements. • Evaluate and implement new technologies to keep the product stack modern and efficient. • Ensure best practices in security, performance, documentation, and DevOps pipelines. • Lead R&D initiatives for new features, tools, or tech stacks. Process & Quality Ownership • Implement and refine engineering processes, coding guidelines, and development workflows. • Ensure strict adherence to SDLC, secure development practices, and code review processes. • Introduce automation where possible (CI/CD, testing, deployment flows). • Drive continuous improvement in team productivity and software quality. • Conduct root-cause analysis and lead improvements to reduce bugs and downtime. Communication & Reporting • Act as the primary communication bridge between the CEO and development team. • Provide weekly project reports, progress updates, risk assessments, and performance insights. • Maintain transparency and clarity in project communication across the organization. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work directly with the CEO, Product leadership, and other department heads. • Align technical decisions with business objectives and customer needs. • Support SOC, support teams, and clients for escalations when required. Working Days & Time: Monday to Friday – 10AM to 7PM. WHAT WE OFFER • Opportunities to learn and grow in a professional environment. • Exposure of International market • 5 days working • Friendly work environment • PF benefits • Employee Referral Bonus • Monthly Engagement Activities • Festival Celebrations • Leave Encashment  

Experience and Required Skill Sets: 

1      Solid experience in software design and development using Microsoft ASP.NET framework, C#, Visual Studio, and in writing clean, readable, and easily maintainable code

2      5+ years of experience in WCF, WPF, VB.NET, SQL Server, JQuery, Angular 10 and above.

3      5+ years of experience in developing highly scalable REST/Web APIs

4      5+ years of experience in developing highly efficient SQL/NoSQL Queries

5      5+ years of experience in Relational and Document databases

6      Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and possess strong fundamental design principles for building a scalable application.

7      Experience in using the MVC framework, working knowledge in APIs, and Service Oriented Architecture

8      Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and possess strong fundamental design principles for building a scalable application.

9      Experience in Angular version 10 and above is required 

10   Expert in SQL programming & Database Design (Stored procedure, Function, Trigger, Constraints, Replication) 

11   Strong ability in HTML and JavaScript (AJAX, DOM)

12   Development experience with data integration technologies including REST, SOAP, JSON, XML

13   Expertise in programming and usage of any unit testing framework. Expertise in integration testing and continuous integration.

14   Experience working in a DevOps environment will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities: 

•       Ability to create complex, enterprise-transforming applications that meet and exceed client expectations. 

•       Responsible for the bottom line. Strong project management abilities. Ability to encourage the team to stick to timelines.

•       Follow best-in-class coding practices and review the solutions vis-à-vis the requirements and technical specifications.

•       Should demonstrate strong client interfacing capabilities like emails and calls with clients in the US/UK

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the software development function, including developers, technical leads, architects, and QA engineers.
• Define and execute the software development roadmap in alignment with the company's business strategy and growth objectives.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and high-performance software applications.
• Lead the development and enhancement of fintech platforms, financial applications, payment solutions, and digital financial products, as applicable.
• Drive API development, third-party integrations, banking integrations, payment gateway integrations, and other financial technology integrations.
• Establish software architecture standards, coding practices, development methodologies, and engineering best practices.
• Ensure application security, data protection, system reliability, scalability, and performance across software platforms.
• Drive the adoption of modern technologies, cloud-based solutions, DevOps practices, automation, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Oversee software development life cycles, sprint planning, release management, quality assurance, and production support.
• Establish engineering KPIs, monitor team performance, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with Product, Business, Compliance, Information Security, and Operations teams to translate business requirements into effective technology solutions.
• Ensure software development processes adhere to applicable regulatory requirements, security standards, internal policies, and IT governance practices.
• Manage technology budgets, external development partners, software vendors, and resource allocation.
• Mentor and develop engineering leaders, build a high-performing technology team, and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, technical debt reduction, and improvement in software delivery efficiency.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 15–20+ years of experience in software development, engineering, and technology delivery, with approximately 20 years preferred.
• Significant experience in leading software development teams and managing large-scale application development initiatives.
• Strong expertise in software architecture, system design, API development, databases, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Experience with modern programming languages, frameworks, cloud platforms, DevOps, CI/CD, and software engineering tools.
• Proven experience in developing scalable, secure, and high-availability applications.
• Experience in fintech, banking, payments, digital lending, financial services, or related technology domains is preferred.
• Understanding of financial data security, application security, regulatory compliance, and secure software development practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, engineering teams, delivery timelines, and technology priorities.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Work Location: In person

About the company

The client is the home base for hardware engineers. They give the teams building robots, rockets, medical devices, and the next generation of physical products a single place to move fast without breaking things, turning CAD chaos into a system of record engineers actually love to work in. We're profitable, post-Series A, and growing our Hyderabad engineering team.

About the role

We're looking for a tech lead to set the technical direction for a growing team and raise the bar for everyone around them. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll still write production code, but your largest impact comes through architecture, mentorship, and the standards you instill. You own outcomes for a team, not just your own commits. 

What you'll do

• Lead the technical direction of a team building across our TypeScript/React + Node.js + AWS stack
• Drive architecture decisions, document tradeoffs, and align the team on a clear technical path Mentor engineers through code review, pairing, and guidance, growing them toward strong production ownership
• Set and uphold standards for code quality, testing, and operational rigor
• Stay hands-on: write production code on the highest-leverage and hardest problems
• Partner with product and leadership to scope work, manage technical risk, and deliver predictably
• Be accountable for the reliability and maturity of the systems your team owns in production

What we're looking for

• Demonstrated technical leadership: you've set direction for a team and elevated those around you
• Strong full-stack proficiency in TypeScript, React, and Node.js, plus solid AWS depth
• A track record of shipping to production and owning systems in operation, and of holding a team to that same standard
• Strong architectural judgment: you decompose ambiguous problems, weigh tradeoffs, and make decisions others can build on
• Excellent communication: you keep your team aligned and stakeholders informed, and you surface risk early
• Comfort leading in a fast-paced, high-ownership early-stage environment 

Why choose us?

• The teams building advanced hardware and the robots, machines, and devices shaping the future run
• Direct access to founders; you'll help shape product and engineering direction, not just execute tickets
• Fast feedback loops: what you build is in front of customers in days, not quarters
• Profitable at Series A, so you get startup upside without the constant fundraising-survival anxiety
• Competitive compensation and meaningful equity
• Bi-yearly appraisal cycles
• Upto 20% Bonus based on performance
• Monthly Swiggy vouchers
• Flexibility with work hours

Location: Bangalore

Department: Engineering

Reports to: SVP

Experience required: 6+ years

About Tracxn:

Tracxn (Tracxn.com) is a Bangalore-based product company providing a research and deal sourcing platform for Venture Capital, Private Equity, Corp Dev, and professionals working around the startup ecosystem.

We are a team of 600+ working professionals serving customers across the globe. Our clients include Funds like Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, GGV Capital, and Large Corporations such as Citi, Embraer & Ferrero.

Founders

• Neha Singh (ex-Sequoia, BCG | MBA - Stanford GSB)
• Abhishek Goyal (ex-Accel Partners, Amazon | BTech - IIT Kanpur)

About Technology Team: 

Tracxn's Technology team is 60+ members strong and growing. The technology team is subdivided into multiple smaller teams, each owning one or more services/components of the technology platform. Ours is a young team of motivated engineers with a minimal management structure where almost everyone is actively involved in technical development and design activities. We have a team-centric culture where the ownership and responsibility of a feature or module lie with a team compared to an individual.

We value ownership, continuous learning, consistency, and discipline as a team.

Our Tech Stacks:

We work on an array of technologies, including but not limited to backend and frontend systems such as Java, Python, Spring Boot, Node.js, ReactJS, Next.js, Webpack, and Storybook; cloud and serverless platforms like AWS, etc; data and infrastructure technologies such as Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch), MongoDB, MySQL, Redis, Kafka, and Ansible; large-scale web crawling solutions; modern data pipelines and ETL workflows; and AI/ML-driven projects.

Job Overview:

We are looking for experienced software engineers with 6+ years of overall software development experience, including backend development and proven people-management skills. The ideal candidate will lead the engineering team(s), drive technical excellence, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers
• Own technical planning, architecture discussions, and execution
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders
• Drive best practices in software development, testing, and deployment
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high engineering standards
• Manage delivery timelines, resource planning, and technical risks
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management of engineers

Job Requirements :

Professional Experience

•  Proven experience leading or managing software engineering teams
• Track record of delivering complex, scalable software systems
• Experience driving technical initiatives and influencing architectural decisions
• Strong collaboration experience with product, design, and cross-functional teams.

Technical Leadership & Management

•  Ability to mentor, coach, and grow engineers across different experience levels
• Experience conducting performance reviews and providing technical feedback
• Strong ownership of team delivery, timelines, and quality
• Experience balancing hands-on technical work with people management

Backend & System Architecture Expertise

• Strong proficiency in modern backend architectures, design patterns, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in at least one server-side programming language (e.g., Java, Python, etc.)
• Solid understanding of API design principles and implementation
• Hands-on experience with relational and non-relational databases and knowledge of data pipelines and data warehousing concepts.

Technical Competencies

• Strong system design and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of caching strategies, performance optimization, and scalability
• Understanding of data modeling and query optimization
• Familiarity with search and indexing technologies
• Understanding of security best practices in backend systems

Culture:

• Work with performance-oriented teams driven by ownership and passion.
• Learn to design systems for high accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• No strict deadlines, focus on delivering quality work.
• Meritocracy-driven, candid culture. No politics.
• Very high visibility regarding which startups and markets are exciting globally.

Position Details

| **Experience** | 5–8 Years |

| **Work Location** | Mumbai Suburbs-Andheri |

| **Start Date** | Immediate |

| **CTC** | Open to Discussion |

## Job Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading backend development, managing cloud infrastructure and deployments, designing scalable system architectures, and mentoring the engineering team. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.

### 1. DevOps and Cloud Infrastructure

- Create and configure cloud instances on Azure, AWS, or GCP.

- Deploy applications and programs to cloud servers and DevOps environments.

- Ensure deployment stability, system uptime, and performance monitoring.

- Automate deployment pipelines and continuously improve CI/CD practices.

- Implement and maintain reliable, scalable, and secure deployment processes.

### 2. Architecture and Backend Development

- Design system architectures with a focus on performance, security, scalability, and reliability.

- Design, develop, and maintain clean, scalable, and optimized backend applications, preferably using Node.js.

- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across development, testing, and production environments.

- Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions and ensure timely delivery.

- Develop and maintain APIs, microservices, databases, and system integrations.

### 3. Team Leadership and Management

- Lead, mentor, and guide a team of backend developers and engineers.

- Drive Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and engineering best practices.

- Promote collaboration, accountability, and a high-performance engineering culture.

- Support team members in resolving technical challenges and improving their skills.

## 4.Skills and Qualifications Required

- B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- Strong proficiency in backend development using Node.js, JavaScript, Python, or Java.

- Hands-on experience with DevOps practices and cloud deployment environments.

- Solid understanding of APIs, microservices, databases, and system integration.

- Experience in leading development teams within an Agile/Scrum environment.

- Working knowledge of Linux, Kafka, and Docker.

- Good understanding of CI/CD pipelines, cloud technologies, and deployment automation.

- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

##5. Behavioural Competencies

- **Team Leadership:** Ability to manage, train, mentor, and guide team members.

- **Relationship Management:** Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.

- **Analytical Thinking and Innovation:** Strong analytical capabilities, with a focus on innovative problem-solving.

- **Business Acumen:** Ability to understand business use cases and translate them into practical technical solutions.

- **Customer Empathy:** Ability to understand customer needs and deliver solutions that enhance customer experience.

- **Communication:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Salary will be decided based on your skills and experience.

We are looking for an experienced Product & IT Manager who can combine product management, project management, and hands-on understanding of software development technologies. The role will be responsible for managing the product portfolio, driving technology initiatives, coordinating development projects, and ensuring effective delivery across product, IT, and development teams. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Plan, manage, and track software/product development projects, including timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, resources, and deliverables.

• Work closely with developers, QA, UI/UX, business teams, and stakeholders to ensure timely and quality delivery.

• Drive product delivery, client servicing, and asset retention through actionable and implementable strategies. 

• Monitor emerging technologies and recommend relevant solutions such as cloud, SaaS, analytics, AI/ML, and automation.

Project Management & Development Technology Experience – Mandatory

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Key Competencies

• Product & Project Management • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Technology & Solution Understanding

• Agile / Scrum Project Delivery

• Stakeholder & Client Management

• Team Leadership & People Management

• Strategic Planning & Roadmap Management

• Risk, Budget & Vendor Management •

Digital Transformation

• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Job Description – Squad Lead

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Experience: 10+ Years

Role: Squad Lead

Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Squad Lead to join our engineering team in Kochi. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of software development experience, with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Angular, and AI technologies.

The Squad Lead will be responsible for leading a cross-functional engineering squad, driving technical excellence, mentoring team members, and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable and high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a software engineering squad, ensuring successful delivery of projects and product initiatives.
• Provide strong technical leadership and hands-on guidance to the development team.
• Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Drive the adoption and integration of AI/GenAI technologies into products and engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with frontend teams and contribute to applications developed using Angular.
• Define technical approaches, architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to engineering and quality standards.
• Mentor and coach developers, helping them grow technically and professionally.
• Work closely with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Architects, QA, DevOps, and other stakeholders.
• Break down complex requirements into actionable technical tasks and sprint deliverables.
• Participate in solution design, estimation, planning, and technical discussions.
• Identify technical risks and proactively drive their resolution.
• Ensure timely delivery while maintaining high standards of code quality, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Promote Agile/Scrum practices and foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with significant experience in technical leadership.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with Microservices architecture.
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Good experience with Angular and modern frontend development practices.
• Exposure to AI/ML, Generative AI, or AI-powered application development.
• Proven experience in leading software engineering squads/teams.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, scalability, and performance.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with AWS and cloud-native application development.
• Knowledge of AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, ECS/EKS, RDS, API Gateway, and CloudWatch.
• Experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.
• Exposure to event-driven architectures and messaging platforms such as Kafka.
• Experience with cloud security, observability, and application performance monitoring.

Leadership Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Proven experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Strong ownership and accountability for delivery.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions and influence stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver under tight timelines.
• A continuous-learning mindset with an interest in emerging technologies, particularly AI and cloud.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.