Technical Lead

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We are seeking a Technical Lead who is both hands-on with coding and architecture, and an effective mentor and team leader. In this role, you'll guide the development team by ensuring high-quality code, scalable system architecture, and streamlined processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has a passion for both technology and people. While innovation is key, this role also requires respect for existing systems, standards, and team dynamics. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Lead a team of developers, driving best practices in software development. Hands-On Development: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code when required. Scalable Architecture: Design and oversee system architecture to ensure scalability and reliability. Mentorship: Guide and support junior and mid-level developers, promoting a strong learning culture. Code Reviews & Standards: Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and uphold coding standards. Agile Participation: Actively contribute to sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives; suggest improvements to team processes. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, QA engineers, and designers to align technical solutions with business goals. Technology & Innovation: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies; recommend and implement relevant improvements. 7+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role. Proficient in PHP and Node.js. Strong background in SaaS architecture, microservices, and AWS cloud services. Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and API development. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code. Proven ability to lead code reviews, mentor developers, and maintain high technical standards. Balance of strong leadership skills and hands-on coding capabilities. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a fast-moving environment. Effective communicator-both verbal and written. Strong team and people management skills. Experience with Docker or other containerisation tools. Working knowledge of front-end frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular. Prior experience in Saas environment.

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