Team Lead/Developer

Team Lead Developer (Python/Django Full Stack & Mobile)

Location: Yerwada, Pune

Experience: 6+ years leadership experience

Department: Engineering / Development

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Team Lead Developer to lead and mentor a diverse team of software engineers, Android developers, and QA testers. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Python and Django, a strong understanding of frontend and mobile development, and hands-on experience with software testing practices. You will drive technical excellence, collaborate across teams, ensure timely delivery of high-quality products, and contribute to the architectural vision and development processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary development team including backend (Python/Django), frontend, Android developers, and QA engineers.
• Architect, design, and oversee the development and deployment of scalable web and mobile applications.
• Coordinate and participate in coding, code reviews, design discussions, and troubleshooting across all tech stacks.
• Drive best practices in software development, testing, deployment, and documentation.
• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and DevOps teams to deliver quality software products on schedule.
• Ensure high code quality, performance optimization, and maintainability.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of RESTful APIs and integrations with third-party services.
• Oversee database design and management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Foster continuous improvement in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices.
• Manage sprint planning, agile ceremonies, and resource allocation to meet project milestones.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and development best practices; proactively introduce improvements.
• Facilitate cross-team communication and problem-solving to ensure alignment and smooth project execution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or technical lead role.
• Strong expertise in Python and Django framework (including Django REST Framework).
• Solid understanding of frontend technologies including JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frameworks , , or Angular).
• Experience with native Android development and integrating mobile apps with Python/Django backend APIs.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, including manual and automated testing using Python frameworks (Pytest, Selenium, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Solid understanding of Agile software development lifecycle and experience leading Agile teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver complex software projects on time.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with microservices architecture, GraphQL, WebSockets, or event-driven systems.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, automated testing frameworks, and performance optimization techniques.
• Prior experience in SaaS or enterprise-level software development.
• Familiarity with mobile performance optimization and memory management.
• Certifications in Agile, Scrum, or relevant technologies (ISTQB, AWS Certified Developer, etc.).

What You'll Bring:

• Leadership mindset with the ability to inspire and grow team members.
• Passion for clean, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Strong ownership and accountability for delivery and quality.
• Collaborative approach to problem-solving and innovation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multi-task effectively.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹700, ₹1,300,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• What is your Current CTC ? What is your Expected CTC?

Experience:

• Team Lead Developer: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: In person