Track Lead (Node.js)

Job Title: Track Lead API Service Development in Node and related technologies

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Track Lead with 14+ years of API & micro-service development experience using Node and related technologies to lead our engineering efforts in building scalable and high-performance API gateways and microservices for our eCommerce platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to mentor and manage a team of developers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership:

• Design, develop, and optimize robust, scalable, and secure APIs and backend services using Node and related technologies, like Go & Python .
• Architect solutions that ensure high performance, low latency, and scalability for the eCommerce platform.
• Establish and enforce best practices, coding standards, and design principles.

2. Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers to achieve project goals and deliverables.
• Conduct regular Scrum meetings, periodic performance reviews, and overall team- building activities.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

3. Project Oversight:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and DevOps, to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Plan, track, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and drive successful project outcomes.

4. Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the technical point of contact for stakeholders to discuss project requirements, timelines, and progress.
• Prepare and present technical documentation and reports to senior management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Technical Expertise:

• 14+ years of experience in micro service development , with at least 8 years specializing in Node and related technologies, like Go & Python.
• Postgre SQL is mandatory
• Should have worked completely on backend
• Deep understanding of Node frameworks (e.g., Express.js) and their ecosystem to build scalable micro services.
• Proficient in building RESTful APIs and working with API Gateways concepts.
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture , message queues (e.g. Pub- Sub, Kafka), and event-driven programming.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB).
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Technical qualifications in the following areas:
• Node, Express, Go & Python for API development.
• MongoDB, Redis, and other NoSQL databases.
• Varnish, CDN and API Caching strategies.
• Strong focus on application security and secure coding practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cloud, Azure).

2. Leadership and Team Management:

• Proven experience managing and mentoring development teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively lead and collaborate with a diverse team.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and maintain a productive team environment.

3. Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Strong analytical mindset to evaluate, prioritize, and optimize development efforts.

4. Tools and Methodologies:

• Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies for project management.

5. Soft Skills:

• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving tasks to completion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in eCommerce or similar high-traffic, data-intensive domains.
• Exposure to cloud platforms like Google Cloud, or Azure and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with GraphQL, WebSockets, and real-time communication protocols.