Technical lead - Digital Manufacturing

Technical Lead – Digital ManufacturingLocation: ChennaiEmployment Mode: Full Time – Work From OfficeExperience: 8–12 YearsRole OverviewWe are looking for a hands-on Technical Lead to lead software development and delivery for our Digital Manufacturing client projects.The candidate will be responsible for guiding the development team, contributing to application design and architecture, solving technical challenges, conducting code reviews, and ensuring quality and timely delivery.The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Node.js and React.js, along with prior experience working with manufacturing clients or manufacturing technology projects.Manufacturing domain/client experience is mandatory.This role is best suited for a Senior Developer / Technical Lead who is ready to take ownership of a development team and client project, rather than a pure individual contributor or a senior architect. Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Leadership* Lead and mentor a team of frontend and backend developers.* Take ownership of the technical execution of assigned projects.* Guide the team on technical design, development approach, and implementation.* Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.* Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.* Support developers in solving technical challenges and improving code quality.* Ensure application performance, reliability, security, and maintainability.2. Hands-on Development* Design and develop enterprise applications using Node.js and React.js.* Develop backend services and REST APIs using Node.js / Express.js.* Develop reusable and scalable frontend components using React.js.* Work with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.* Participate in hands-on development, debugging, and technical problem solving when required.* Ensure clean, maintainable, and reusable code.3. Technical Design* Convert business and technical requirements into practical technical solutions.* Design application components, APIs, database structures, and integrations.* Contribute to application architecture and technology decisions.* Identify technical risks, dependencies, and performance issues.* Follow established architecture and engineering standards.4. Manufacturing Application Development* Work on software solutions for manufacturing clients across areas such as: * Production * Quality * Maintenance * Inventory * Supply Chain * Shop-Floor Operations * Production Planning * Manufacturing Analytics* Understand manufacturing use cases and ensure the technical solution addresses business requirements effectively.* Work with existing manufacturing systems and applications as part of project integration.5. Project & Team Delivery* Work closely with the Project Manager and Business Analyst to plan technical execution.* Support sprint planning, estimation, task breakdown, and allocation.* Track technical progress and communicate dependencies or risks.* Support SIT, UAT, deployment, and production issue resolution.* Ensure assigned technical deliverables are completed within agreed timelines.6. Client Interaction* Participate in technical discussions with clients and business stakeholders.* Understand client requirements and provide appropriate technical solutions.* Explain technical approaches and implementation considerations to clients.* Act as the technical point of contact for the development team when required.* Support client demonstrations and technical walkthroughs.Required Technical SkillsBackend* Strong hands-on experience with Node.js and Express.js.* Strong experience developing REST APIs.* Good understanding of Microservices Architecture.* Experience with API integrations and third-party system integrations. Frontend* Strong hands-on experience with React.js.* Good knowledge of React Hooks and state management.* Experience building reusable components and enterprise web applications. DatabaseExperience with one or more:PostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBGood understanding of database design, queries, data modelling, and performance optimization.Cloud & DevOps* Experience with Git.* Working knowledge of Docker.* Basic understanding of CI/CD.* Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.* Kubernetes exposure is an advantage but not mandatory. Architecture* Good understanding of system design and application architecture.* Understanding of scalable application development, APIs, microservices, security, and performance.* Ability to make practical technical decisions within a project environment. Mandatory Manufacturing ExperienceManufacturing domain/client experience is mandatory.Candidates must have prior experience working on software projects for manufacturing organizations or manufacturing technology companies.The candidate should have a working understanding of at least one or more of:* Production* Quality* Maintenance* Inventory* Supply Chain* Warehouse* Shop-Floor Operations* Production Planning* Manufacturing AnalyticsExposure to any of the following will be an advantage:MESERPWMSSCADAIoT / IIoTPLC / Machine IntegrationIndustry 4.0OEEDigital Manufacturing Platforms Experience & Qualifications8–12 years of overall software development experience.* Minimum 2 years of experience in a Technical Lead / Lead Developer role.* Strong hands-on experience with Node.js and React.js.* Proven experience delivering software applications for manufacturing clients.* Experience leading and mentoring a development team.* Experience working directly with clients or business stakeholders.* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.* Good communication and interpersonal skills.* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related discipline preferred. What We Are Looking ForThe ideal candidate should be:Hands-on + Technical + Manufacturing-aware + Team-oriented + Client-facingWe are not looking for a pure Architect or Engineering Manager. The person should remain technically hands-on while leading the development team and taking ownership of technical delivery.Candidate ProfileMust Have* 8–12 years experience* Node.js* React.js* REST APIs* Database experience* Team leadership* System design* Manufacturing client/domain experience* Good client communicationGood to Have* MES / ERP / IoT / SCADA experience* Docker / CI-CD* Cloud exposure* Microservices* Manufacturing analytics / OEENot Mandatory* Kubernetes* Deep cloud architecture* Enterprise architecture* Advanced DevOps expertiseImportant: Candidates with strong Node.js/React experience but without prior manufacturing-domain or manufacturing-client experience will not be considered.