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 & ArchitectureOwn 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 DevelopmentDesign 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 ManagementArchitect 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 IntegrationUnderstanding 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 OpsDrive 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 plusMaintain secure, optimized production environments.8. Team Leadership & DeliveryMentor 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 SkillsStrong 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 SkillsExcellent team leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills.Strong problem-solving and ownership mindset.Ability to manage stakeholders and communicate clearly across teams.Nice-to-HaveKubernetes, 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.