Lead MERN Stack Developer

Role description

Team Lead MERN Stack Developers manage the entire web application development process using MongoDB, Express.JS, React.JS, and Node.JS. They mentor the team, make key architectural decisions, and resolve technical issues. They are also responsible to collaborate with other teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, meeting business objectives.

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Lead MERN Developer to oversee the development and delivery of full-stack applications using the MERN stack. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in React, Node.js, and Next.js, along with hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and DevOps practices. As a Lead Developer, you will be responsible for managing a team, interacting with clients, providing accurate time estimates, ensuring smooth deployments and maintaining the agile process within the team.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development and deployment of scalable full-stack applications using the MERN stack. Manage and mentor a team of developers, providing technical guidance, code reviews and ensuring adherence to best coding practices. Collaborate closely with clients to understand their business requirements, suggest technical solutions, provide regular updates and handle escalations. Work within the Agile/Scrum framework to manage the development cycle. Ensure proper sprint planning, task assignment and that deadlines are met. Accurately estimate the time and resources required for tasks, ensuring projects stay within scope and on schedule. Utilize AWS cloud services to architect, deploy and manage application infrastructure. Apply DevOps principles to optimize CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments and improve application performance. Oversee end-to-end deployment processes, ensuring smooth releases and minimizing downtime. Handle production issues and ensure systems operate efficiently post-launch. Ensure the code is clean, efficient and scalable. Drive the team toward delivering high-quality products with a focus on performance, security and maintainability. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, QA and product managers, to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Requirements

Strong knowledge and experience with MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js and Next.js. Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS and CloudFront for managing scalable infrastructure. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitLab or other CI/CD tools to automate workflows and deploy applications efficiently. Proficient in Agile development methodologies and experience in leading sprints, retrospectives and planning meetings. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage client relationships and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, manage performance and foster a collaborative team environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for building high-quality products. Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

BE/ME/B.Tech/M.Tech (CS/IT)/MCA or equivalent.