React & Node.js Tech Lead

We are seeking an experienced React & Node.js Tech Lead to oversee the design, development, and architectural strategy of high-performing, enterprise-scale web applications. In this role, you will balance hands-on full-stack development with technical leadership, guiding a team of engineers, driving architectural decisions, and enforcing engineering best practices across front-end and back-end systems.Candidates must possess direct, hands-on experience working within Public Sector environments and Global Capability Centers (GCCs).Key Responsibilities1. Technical Leadership & MentorshipLead, mentor, and grow a team of full-stack, front-end, and back-end engineers within a GCC environment through technical coaching, regular code reviews, and pair programming.Establish engineering standards, code guidelines, testing patterns, and architectural paradigms compliant with public sector governance and enterprise protocols.Act as a key liaison between GCC technical teams, global leadership, product management, and UX/UI design to translate business goals into scalable software solutions.2. Architecture & System DesignArchitect scalable, maintainable, and highly secure web applications using modern React, Node.js, and TypeScript stacks.Design robust RESTful and GraphQL APIs, microservices, and serverless functions tailored to enterprise and public sector compliance requirements.Make critical decisions regarding data store selections, caching strategies, state management, accessibility standards, and secure third-party integrations.3. Software Engineering & ExecutionMaintain hands-on contribution (approx. 50–60% coding/architecture, 40–50% leadership/review).Optimize web application performance across the entire rendering pipeline, from front-end bundle sizing to database query efficiency.Implement and advocate for CI/CD, automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end), secure coding standards, and infrastructure-as-code practices.Required Qualifications & SkillsCore Requirements (Must-Have)Public Sector Experience: Hands-on experience building, deploying, or maintaining software solutions within public sector/government agencies, ensuring compliance with regulatory, privacy, and security frameworks.GCC Experience: Proven track record working within a Global Capability Center (GCC) setup, managing global stakeholder communication, cross-border execution, and distributed team workflows.Technical SkillsFront-End: 5+ years of production experience with React (including Hooks, Context API, Next.js, and state management frameworks like Redux or Zustand).Back-End: 5+ years with Node.js and frameworks such as Express, NestJS, or Fastify.Languages: Advanced proficiency in TypeScript and modern JavaScript (ES6+).Databases: Deep understanding of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) systems, including query tuning and schema design.DevOps & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), and cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Testing & Tools: Experience with modern test frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright) and version control workflows (GitFlow).Leadership & Soft Skills2+ years of experience in a Technical Lead, Engineering Lead, or Principal Developer role.Proven track record of system design, architecture planning, and successfully shipping complex SaaS or public enterprise web applications.Excellent problem-solving skills with a clear, concise communication style for both local GCC teams and global enterprise leadership.Nice-to-HavesExperience with GraphQL, Micro-frontends, or WebSockets.AWS, Azure, or GCP Certified Solutions Architect/Developer credentials.Familiarity with public sector compliance standards (e.g., FedRAMP, GDPR, SOC 2, Web Accessibility/WCAG 2.1).