Lead Software Engineer

Kovai.co is a catalyst, sparking a revolution in the world of enterprise software and B2B SaaS, we are a technology powerhouse delivering best-in-class enterprise software and game-changing SaaS solutions across industries.At Kovai.co, we're rewriting the B2B landscape by empowering over 2,500 businesses worldwide with our award-winning SaaS solutions.Our Products:- Biztalk360- Turbo360- Document360“UK headquarters. Indian innovation. Global impact.”Our journey has been nothing short of remarkable, having witnessed exponential growth and profitability right from our inception.We are on track towards $30 million in annual revenue – and we're just getting started.Kovai.co is fueled by a tribe of thoughtful helpers, obsessed with empowering customers, uplifting colleagues, and igniting our own journeys.Redefining tech is our game. Are you in? Join Kovai.co – where passion meets purpose.What's the job: Lead Software EngineerWhat you’ll do on the job:- Write a clean well thought out design and code with an emphasis on quality, simplicity and maintainability.- Contribute to design reviews, code reviews and test case reviews.- Understand and adapt to new technologies, tools, methods, and processes from Microsoft and industry.- Influence the team for the right design and technology implementation & give future architectural direction.- Communicate effectively and partner well with other disciplines of the project team to deliver high-quality solutions, documentation and support to customers.- Engage in DevOps and Agile practices.Who’ll be a good fit:The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellence in problem solving, system design, and mentoring, while driving high-quality deliverables in a collaborative environment.Problem Solving & Technical ExpertiseStrong analytical and debugging skills with keen attention to detail. Proven ability to optimize system performance for scalability and high availability. Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms.Programming & .NET Development- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in .NET Core and Web API development.- Mandatory experience with unit testing frameworks and practices.- Practical experience with distributed caching (Redis).- Exposure to using AI-assisted coding models in development.- Ability to understand requirements, provide estimations, and effectively break down tasks for the team.- Proactive in identifying issues in existing code and proposing robust solutions.- Experience in applying Design patterns and following Design principles in development.Database- Hands-on experience with NoSQL (ex: MongoDB, CosmosDB, Cassandra etc) databases (mandatory).- Strong skills in writing performant queries.- Experience with MongoDB (preferred).Cloud- Basic understanding of cloud services is required.- Experience with Microsoft Azure is preferred.Leadership & Mentoring- Prior experience leading and guiding engineering teams- Strong code review practices to ensure high standards and maintainable codebase- Ability to mentor and support team members in their growthOther skills:- Experience with Agile methodologies; prior experience as a Scrum Master is a plus- Exposure to Angular is beneficial- Familiarity with containerization and microservices architecture is an advantage- Passionate about exploring and adapting to new technologies- Experience with Search tools such as Algolia, Elastic SearchEqual Opportunities:Kovai.co is committed to building a workforce that reflects the richness of our society. We believe in fostering a culture of belonging and respect for all. Kovai.co stands firmly against discrimination, ensuring equal opportunity for everyone to build a successful career.