Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and direction to development teams working on projects, including web applications (React), backend systems (Node.js, MongoDB), and iOS mobile applications (Swift/SwiftUI).
• Define and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and coding guidelines across all technology stacks.
• Lead the design and implementation of complex and scalable systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Mentor and coach development team members, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality across all projects.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve development efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the stack.
• Participate in strategic planning and provide technical input on roadmap decisions.
• Oversee the integration of different components and systems.
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in Node.js, React, MongoDB, iOS development, and related technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend technology choices and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in software development with a significant portion focused on Node.js, React, MongoDB, and iOS development (Swift/SwiftUI).
• Proven experience in a technical leadership role, guiding and mentoring development teams.
• Deep understanding of backend development using Node.js and frameworks like Express.js.
• Strong expertise in database design and management with MongoDB.
• Solid proficiency in frontend development using React and related technologies (e.g., Redux, Context API, modern JavaScript).
• Demonstrated experience in developing native iOS applications using Swift and ideally SwiftUI.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and deployment strategies.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other mobile development frameworks (e.g., React Native).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation.
• Experience with static code analysis tools such as SonarQube to ensure code quality and security.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks and methodologies for web, backend, and mobile applications.
• Understanding of security best practices for web and mobile applications.
• Contributions to open-source projects.
• Benefits: Ensure these are competitive and attractive to experienced professionals in Kochi.