Technical Lead

Company: Alete, A new generation Insuretech CompanyPosition: Tech LeadExperience: 6–12+ yearsLocation: Gurugram. Off Golf Course Road. Walking distance from Sector 42 Metro StationJob Type: Full-Time, On-site. 5 days a week. Saturday WFH.Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Tech Lead who can drive end-to-end technical execution, architect scalable systems, manage cloud infrastructure, and provide strong hands-on guidance across backend, API, and mobile development.The ideal candidate will have expertise in AWS, backend engineering, API design, databases, Linux-based server environments, Flutter, and familiarity with AI/GenAI workflows.Experience across multi-stack environments such as LAMP/MERN (as seen in full-stack roles) is a strong advantage.Key Responsibilities1. Technical Leadership & Architecture- Own the technical architecture for scalable, secure, high-performance products.- Define system design documents, workflows, and technical roadmaps.- Evaluate and enforce best practices across coding standards, DevOps, and cloud architecture.- Provide hands-on problem-solving across backend, cloud, or mobile components as needed.2. Cloud & Infrastructure (AWS)- Lead AWS architecture design, deployment, and optimization.- Manage services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, API Gateway, RDS/Aurora, CloudWatch, IAM.- Ensure high availability, performance, and cost-efficiency.- Oversee Linux-based server configurations, leveraging experience from LAMP-style server management.3. Backend & API Development- Design and develop robust RESTful / GraphQL APIs.- Maintain and optimize microservices and system reliability.- Implement secure authentication (OAuth, JWT), data protection, and rate-limiting.- Utilize experience with PHP, Node.js, Express, and server-side architectures when required (from a full-stack background)4. Mobile App Development (Flutter)- Lead and guide the development of Flutter-based cross-platform mobile apps.- Manage app performance, architecture, and release cycles.- Collaborate closely with UI/UX teams to ensure intuitive app experiences.5. Database Management- Architect scalable SQL database solutions.- Strong experience with schema design, indexing, and query optimization.- Work with MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and related technologies.- Apply insights from managing PostgreSQL environments from a full-stack experience.6. AI / GenAI Integration- Understanding of LLMs, vector databases, embedding models, and AI-driven workflows.- Integrate GenAI components into product experiences.- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to develop intelligent features.7. DevOps, CI/CD & Server Ops- Drive DevOps processes including CI/CD, containerization, monitoring, and automation.- Exposure to tools such as Docker, PM2, Nginx, and cloud deployment workflows (as seen in the uploaded JD) is a plus- Maintain secure, optimized production environments.8. Team Leadership & Delivery- Mentor and upskill developers across backend, cloud, and mobile.- Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.- Lead sprint planning, execution, and ensure timely delivery.- Manage cross-functional alignment between product, design, and engineering teams.Technical Skills- Strong command of AWS cloud infrastructure.- Expertise in backend frameworks, REST/GraphQL APIs, system design, and microservices.- Hands-on experience with Flutter for cross-platform development.- Strong database fundamentals across SQL and PostgreSQL.- Experience with multi-stack environments (LAMP/MERN) enhances architectural versatility.- Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Linux environments, and web servers.- Understanding of AI/GenAI APIs, vector embeddings, and model integration.Leadership & Soft Skills- Excellent team leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills.- Strong problem-solving and ownership mindset.- Ability to manage stakeholders and communicate clearly across teams.Nice-to-Have- Kubernetes, Terraform, Serverless (SAM, CloudFormation).- Data engineering or analytics exposure.- Experience leading multi-team technical initiatives.- Familiarity with Laravel/CodeIgniter, React/Angular, or similar technologies for cross-team support- Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, PHPUnit) is a plus.