Lead II - Software Engineer - JavaScript, Node.JS, React

Key Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and development of modern web applications using Node.js and React.

Collaborate with product managers, designers, and cross functional teams to define technical requirements and deliver high quality solutions.

Work independently on complex legacy JavaScript codebases.

Understand existing code quickly and contribute immediately, given the time sensitive nature of deliverables.

Drive best practices in code quality, unit testing, CI/CD, DevOps, and maintainability.

Mentor and guide a team of engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical leadership.

Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.

Experience or familiarity with Java technologies like Groovy.

Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions.

Contribute to strategic planning, technical roadmaps, and architectural decisions.

Ensure adherence to SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Accurately estimate effort and task complexity, ensuring timely delivery in aggressive timelines.

Proactively escalate blockers and collaborate to resolve critical issues.

Leverage GitHub Copilot or similar AI tools to accelerate development productivity.

Required Skills & Qualifications

8-10 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Node.js and React.

Expertise in JavaScript, including deep understanding of complex, large scale JavaScript codebases.

Experience working with XML data structures.

Experience with RESTful APIs, Oracle or RDBMS, and microservices architecture.

Strong knowledge of front end performance optimization and responsive design.

Proficiency with modern development tools and practices (Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines).

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Excellent problem solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Exposure to database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).

Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., React Testing Library).

Experience with serverless architectures and container orchestration (Kubernetes).

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Must be able to start immediately.

Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision after knowledge transfer.

Comfortable working in high pressure delivery environments with tight deadlines.