Key Responsibilities:
1. Project and Team Leadership
- Direct and coordinate the development efforts across various teams including frontend, backend, QA, and DevOps.
- Establish team objectives that align with company goals and ensure timely delivery of software projects.
- Mentor and support team leads in each subdivision (frontend, backend, QA, DevOps) to foster technical excellence and career growth.
- Identifying risks and forming contingency plans as soon as possible.
- Analyzing existing operations and scheduling training sessions and meetings to discuss improvements.
2. Architecture and System Design
- Lead the development of system architecture that supports scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions.
- Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to ensure architectural alignment with business requirements.
- Review existing systems and propose upgrades or enhancements to improve system performance and scalability.
- Determining project requirements and developing work schedules for the team.
3. Code Quality and Review
- Oversee the establishment of coding standards and best practices across all development teams.
- Conduct regular code reviews to ensure the maintainability, efficiency, and quality of the code.
- Implement automated testing strategies to reduce bugs and improve the reliability of software releases.
4. Performance Optimization
- Monitor software and system performance across all development stages to identify bottlenecks and potential optimizations.
- Lead initiatives to enhance system performance and ensure the software scales effectively under high user loads.
5. Security and Compliance
- Champion the integration of security practices in the software development lifecycle to protect against vulnerabilities.
- Ensure all software developments comply with relevant data protection regulations and company policies.
6. Technology Research and Trend Analysis:
- Undertake extensive research to pinpoint emerging technologies and trends. Analyze the competitive technology landscape to guide strategic decision-making.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication
- Serve as the technical liaison between the software engineering team and other departments such as Product, Marketing, and Sales.
- Facilitate the translation of complex technical details into actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in a technical leadership role, with a substantial background in software development and project management.
- Comprehensive understanding of current and emerging technologies and their practical applications in a business setting.
- Expertise in crafting and executing technology strategies that are in sync with business objectives.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing large teams (10+ members).
