Tech Lead

We're developing two innovative software products from the ground up and need a highly motivated and up-and-coming technical leader to architect and deliver our MVPs. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll make foundational technical decisions while actively coding alongside a small, focused team. If you thrive in high-ownership environments and enjoy the challenge of developing innovative products, this role offers the chance to make a defining impact.

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Define and implement the technical architecture for a React/React Native/Node.js application
• Make critical decisions on system design, database schema, API structure, and deployment strategy
• Establish coding standards, development workflows, and technical documentation practices
• Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality across the stack
• Own technical debt decisions - knowing when to build properly vs. when to ship fast

Hands-On Development

• Write production code across the full stack, spending roughly 60-70% of your time coding
• Build RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints in Node.js
• Implement complex frontend features in React and React Native
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and queries
• Set up CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and deployment infrastructure

Team Building & Mentorship

• Help interview and evaluate technical candidates
• Mentor developers and establish a strong engineering culture
• Lead technical planning sessions and architectural reviews

Essential Experience

• 5+ years of software development experience with at least 1 year in a technical lead role
• Strong production experience with our core stack:
• React (including hooks, context, and modern patterns)
• React Native (iOS and Android deployment experience)
• Node.js (Express/Fastify, authentication, real-time features)
• PostgreSQL (schema design, query optimization, migrations)
• Proven track record of shipping products from concept to production
• Experience with MVP development and iterative product building

Technical Competencies

• API design and RESTful services (GraphQL experience a plus)
• Authentication/authorization patterns (JWT, OAuth)
• Database design patterns and optimization techniques
• State management in React (Redux, MobX, or Context API)
• Mobile app deployment process (App Store and Google Play)
• Git workflows and branching strategies
• Testing strategies (unit, integration, E2E)

Infrastructure & DevOps

• Container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• CI/CD setup
• Monitoring and logging (Datadog, New Relic, or ELK stack)
• Basic security best practices

Mindset & Approach

• Pragmatic decision-making - knowing when to build for scale vs. speed
• Comfortable with ambiguity and changing requirements
• Strong opinions, loosely held - confident but adaptable
• Open-mindedness
• Consummate professionalism
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills
• Takes ownership of outcomes, not just outputs

Communication & Leadership

• Proficient in English
• Can explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Writes clear, concise technical documentation
• Gives constructive feedback directly and kindly
• Comfortable saying "no" to preserve scope and quality
• Leads by example rather than mandate

Startup DNA

• Experience in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats (developer, architect, DevOps)
• Has made mistakes and learned from them
• Understands the balance between technical excellence and business needs

• Experience with TypeScript
• AI/ML experience
• Real-time features (WebSockets, Server-Sent Events)
• Microservices architecture
• Experience with failed projects and successful turnarounds
• Mobile app deployments targeting Android and iOS
• Performance optimization for large-scale applications

• Base Salary Range: ₹25-36 lakhs/year (depending on experience)
• Fully remote position (must be based in India)
• Opportunity to build and lead a team post-MVP
• Work directly with the CEO to bring two products to market
• Direct impact on product direction

R2 Consulting (based in the US) and R2Cloud (based in India) are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.