Lead Software Developer (PHP, Node.js, React, WordPress)

Client Company Introduction:

Fastest-growing construction consultancy having 500+ employess is hiring Lead Software Developer!

Job Description:

We are looking for a Lead Software Developer to take ownership of multiple digital products and lead the full-stack development team. This role requires strong technical expertise across backend and frontend technologies, including PHP (Laravel), Node.js, React, and WordPress. You will drive product delivery, manage a team of developers, and ensure technical excellence across several web applications and platforms.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence product direction, shape development best practices, and lead engineering efforts across a diverse stack and multiple product lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of multiple products, including custom web applications, APIs, and WordPress-based sites.

• Work closely with Product Managers, Designers, and stakeholders to define and deliver scalable, high-performing solutions.

• Make architectural and technology stack decisions aligned with long-term business and product goals.

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of software developers (frontend and backend).

• Set code standards, conduct reviews, and guide the team through technical challenges.

• Foster a collaborative, productive engineering culture focused on growth and accountability.

• Oversee end-to-end development workflows across multiple platforms and technologies:

• Backend: PHP (Laravel), Node.js

• Frontend: React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript

• CMS: WordPress (custom themes, plugins, headless setups)

• Ensure consistent code quality, scalability, and performance optimization.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the stack.

• Implement agile development practices and lead sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives.

• Collaborate with DevOps or infrastructure teams to manage deployments, CI/CD, and server environments.

• Track progress, mitigate risks, and ensure timely product delivery.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.

• Proven experience leading software teams and managing end-to-end product delivery.

• Deep knowledge of:

• PHP and modern frameworks like Laravel

• React.js and frontend state management libraries

• Node.js and REST/GraphQL API design

• Custom WordPress development (themes, plugins, ACF, WP REST API)

• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

• Experience with Git, deployment workflows, and cloud platforms (AWS, DigitalOcean, etc.).

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with headless CMS setups using WordPress and React.

• Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.

• Understanding of SEO, accessibility, and performance best practices for web applications.

• Experience managing multiple projects/products simultaneously.

Other Details:

• Work Mode: Onsite - Rawalpindi/Islamabad
• Work Timings: 2 PM - 11 PM
• Work Days: Mon to Fri (Alternative Sat on)
• Experience: 6+ years



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Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person