The posting
Technical Lead
## Job Summary We are building a high-performance, scalable SaaS platform that handles massive enterprise-level customization and automation for 500+ enterprise customers such as Unilever, Apple, and Koch. As a Technical Lead, you will drive backend excellence and chart the technical future by architecting and maintaining scalable systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our platform not only meets today’s rigorous needs for security, performance, and scalability but is also well-prepared for tomorrow’s challenges.
## Responsibilities - Lead Backend Development: Oversee backend development across product teams to ensure the system’s scalability, security, and high performance. - Architect and Maintain Systems: Design and maintain robust database structures and backend services that support growing workloads and evolving business use cases. - Drive Technical Decisions: Make key technology and architectural decisions to enhance code quality, modularity, and long-term maintainability. - Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with Product Managers, Solution Architects, and DevOps to deliver high-quality solutions that solve real customer problems. - Mentor and Guide Engineers: Provide leadership through code reviews, design discussions, and regular technical feedback, fostering a culture of continuous technical improvement. - Lead Technical Initiatives: Own major initiatives including new product architecture, system refactors, and performance upgrades to continuously push the boundaries of technical excellence.
## Qualifications - Technical Leadership: 3+ years in a technical leadership role with 5+ years of experience in scaling enterprise SaaS platforms. - Backend Development: 3+ years of hands-on backend development experience using languages such as Ruby, Node.js, Python, or Java. - System Design & Optimization: Minimum 3+ years of experience in system design, API development, and performance optimization. - Team Management: At least 2+ years of experience managing teams of 5+ engineers and spearheading hiring initiatives. - Database Expertise: Strong experience with Postgres, MongoDB, and designing systems for high-traffic environments. - Distributed Systems: In-depth knowledge of distributed systems along with a solid grasp of system design and architecture principles. - Cloud Architecture: Familiarity with scalable cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure. - DevOps Tools: Hands-on experience with Docker/Kubernetes and Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
## Preferred Skills - Solution-First Mindset: A proactive approach to solving complex problems while pushing technical boundaries. - System Debugging & Optimization: Proven ability in debugging edge cases and resolving performance bottlenecks in production systems. - Leadership Experience: Prior exposure as a tech lead, senior engineer, or architect, with a focus on scaling backend systems in demanding environments.
## Experience 7–12 years of overall experience in backend development and technical leadership, with a strong background in building, scaling, and maintaining enterprise-level SaaS platforms.
## Environment - Location: Bangalore - Work Type: Full-time role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where collaboration with cross-functional teams is key. The role involves a blend of technical execution, leadership, and strategic decision-making.



