Team Lead

Job Description Software Engineering - Team Lead About Launch Ventures Launch Ventures is a fast-growing, award-winning technology partner that co-creates software products with industry leaders, from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. Our products have reached global scale, powered multiple industry transformations, and even attracted investment from innovators like Google. We work across web, mobile, IoT, blockchain, cloud, and AI/ML technologies, delivering solutions across diverse domains including financial services, media, e-commerce, and more. We care deeply about the craft of building exceptional software—taking products from concept to scale with maturity, engineering excellence, and a strong sense of responsibility. At Launch Ventures, we champion a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and bold experimentation. Our diverse teams share a unified purpose: to build resilient, future-ready platforms that create real and lasting impact for our customers. We don’t just write code. We Launch Ventures. Role Overview Launch Ventures is seeking a talented Software Engineering Team Lead to join our growing engineering organization. In this role you will report to the Engineering Manager – Software Service Delivery and lead a high‐performing, cross‐functional team that delivers mission‐critical software for a diverse portfolio of clients. the Software Engineering Team Lead , you will: Own the end‐to‐end execution of features, releases, and client deliverables. Translate architecture, technical direction, and delivery strategies from the Engineering Manager into clear, actionable engineering plans. Mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and elevate the overall engineering maturity of the team. Ensure rigorous coding standards, test coverage, CI/CD pipelines, and operational readiness. Partner with product managers, designers, DevOps, and stakeholders to guarantee alignment and timely delivery. This is a hands‐on leadership position that blends technical depth with people‐building skills, offering a clear path toward senior engineering or management roles. Key Responsibilities Lead a cross‐functional team (full‐stack, backend, frontend, QA, DevOps) to deliver high‐quality software on schedule. Drive Agile ceremonies – sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand‐ups, and retrospectives – to maintain predictable delivery cadence. Own feature delivery from concept through production, ensuring compliance with SLAs, security standards, and performance targets. Mentor and coach engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical workshops; foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with product, design, and stakeholder groups to translate vague requirements into concrete engineering tasks and reliable roadmaps. Troubleshoot production incidents , lead root‐cause analysis, and guide the team in implementing robust fixes and preventive measures. Coordinate with horizontal teams (Infrastructure, DevOps, Integration, Data, QA) to guarantee seamless end‐to‐end service delivery. Champion best practices in CI/CD, automated testing, monitoring, logging, and scalability; continuously evaluate and improve architecture. Required Skills & Qualifications Category Requirements Experience 6–10 years of professional software engineering experience, including 1–3 years leading a small‐to‐mid‐size engineering team. Technical Expertise Strong hands‐on experience in full‐stack or backend development (Node.js, Python, Java, Go, etc.)    Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), APIs, micro‐services, serverless architectures, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).   Deep understanding of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, logging, monitoring, and scalability best practices. Leadership & Delivery Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and raise technical maturity.   Solid Agile delivery background, comfortable driving sprint planning and backlog grooming.  Excellent communication skills; able to interact with clients and senior stakeholders when needed. Problem Solving Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills; ability to translate complex technical issues into actionable solutions. Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). Core Competencies Architectural review and improvement   Test‐driven development  Operational readiness and incident management   Ability to turn ambiguous requirements into clear engineering tasks Preferred Qualifications Hands‐on experience with AI/ML frameworks or integrating AI services into production systems. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect , Google Professional Cloud Architect , or Azure Solutions Architect Expert . Experience working on regulated domains (finance, healthcare, data‐privacy) or large‐scale enterprise platforms (ERP, CRM). Proficiency with container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm) and observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack). Prior exposure to serverless platforms (AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions) and event‐driven architectures. What We Offer Competitive compensation   Professional development -  Training, certifications, and conferences. Access to cutting‐edge cloud, AI/ML, and DevOps resources to experiment and innovate. Inclusive, people‐first culture that values diversity, equity, and belonging. Clear career progression toward senior leadership or specialist tracks. Application Process 1. Submit your application (resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples) to . 2. Initial screening with our Talent Acquisition team (15‐20 minutes). 3. Technical interview focusing on architecture, delivery processes, and leadership philosophy. 4. Leadership interview with senior engineering leaders and client partners. 5. Offer & onboarding – we aim to communicate decisions within two weeks of the final interview. Launch Ventures is an equal‐opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups, to apply. Ready to lead transformative software delivery at scale? Apply today and help shape the future of technology with Launch Ventures.