Team Lead – Full Stack (Node.js)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Team Lead with strong Node.js expertise to architect and lead the development of enterprise-grade backend systems involving complex business workflows (BFSI, ERP, healthcare, or logistics domains). You will lead a cross-functional team (Node.js backend, React.js frontend, iOS native), own end-to-end project delivery, and manage critical pre-deployment and server infrastructure. This role requires travel to Dubai for client meetings and onsite deployment coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Development

• Architect and develop scalable enterprise Node.js applications using frameworks like Express.js or NestJS.

• Design and optimize complex business workflows involving multi-step approvals, real-time data processing, and asynchronous operations.

• AI Integration: Leverage hands-on AI knowledge (LLMs, prompt engineering) to integrate intelligent features into backend services.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers (frontend and mobile), ensuring high code quality, timely delivery, and adherence to best practices.

• Conduct code reviews, sprint planning, and foster a culture of technical excellence.

Pre-Deployment & Server Infrastructure

• Server Setup & Configuration: Manage server setup on cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) including EC2, Lambda, and S3.

• Containerization & Orchestration: Oversee deployment pipelines using Docker and Kubernetes; manage container images with Harbor and handle enterprise deployments on OpenShift.

• CI/CD Mastery: Own the CI/CD pipeline configuration (Jenkins/GitLab) to automate testing and deployment processes.

• Infrastructure & Ops: Implement monitoring (Prometheus/Grafana), disaster recovery plans, and optimize database performance (MongoDB clusters with sharding/replication).

Client & Project Delivery

• Interface directly with clients for requirement gathering, progress updates, and technical troubleshooting (excellent English fluency essential).

• Drive root-cause analysis and resolution for critical production issues.

• Onsite Deployment: Travel to Dubai as needed for onsite deployment coordination, client workshops, and go-live support.

Required Skills

• Core Expertise: 5-7 years of experience with Node.js (Express.js/NestJS) and MongoDB(complex aggregations, transactions).

• Pre-Deployment & Server: Proven experience in server setup, infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/CloudFormation), and environment management.

• Container & Orchestration: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Harbor, and OpenShift.

• Cloud Platforms: Deep knowledge of AWS/Azure/GCP services.

• System Design: Proficiency in microservices, REST/GraphQL APIs, event-driven architectures, and message brokers (Kafka/RabbitMQ).

• Team Leadership: Experience managing teams of 3+ developers, with strong mentorship and project delivery skills.

• AI Knowledge: Must have hands-on experience with AI concepts like LLMs or AI model integration.

• Front-end Awareness: Basic knowledge of React.js and/or iOS native (Swift/Objective-C) is preferred.

Non-Negotiables

• Enterprise Application Background: Must have experience with complex business workflows (non-eCommerce).

• Deployment Ownership: Full ownership of CI/CD, cloud, and server management.

• Communication: Fluent English for daily client communication and documentation.

• Dubai Travel Readiness: Must hold a valid passport and be willing to travel to Dubai frequently for onsite deployments and client coordination.

• Availability: Immediate joiner preferred (max 15 days notice period).

• Work Location: On-site in Kochi, Kakkanad, with travel to Dubai as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.

• Opportunity to work on global enterprise projects with scalable impact.

• Upskilling support in cloud infrastructure, AI integration, and leadership.

• International exposure with regular travel to Dubai.