Lead Software Developer (Python, React)

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 Python , Node.js, React. 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

• Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js and Python (Mandatory)
• Build and maintain backend APIs using FastAPI with high performance and security in mind.
• Collaborate with frontend and backend teams to design, implement, and optimize system architecture.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices.
• Conduct code reviews, ensure coding standards, and mentor junior developers.
• Integrate third-party services and APIs, including AI/ML services if required.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and assist in deployments to cloud platforms (AWS).
• Optimize application performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement fixes promptly.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js, python(mandatory)
• FastAPI: Hands-on experience building backend APIs using FastAPI (Python)
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and frontend frameworks.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, authentication, and authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth).
• Knowledge of database design, indexing, and query optimization (MongoDB/PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git/Bitbucket and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Understanding of cloud deployment (AWS/GCP/Azure) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with serverless architectures and microservices.
• Knowledge of WebSockets, GraphQL, or real-time applications.
• Exposure to AI/ML integrations and working with Python ML frameworks.
• Familiarity with unit testing, integration testing, and TDD.
• Prior experience mentoring junior developers or leading small teams.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Other Details:

• Work Mode: Onsite - Rawalpindi/Islamabad
• Work Timings: 2 PM - 11 PM
• Work Days: Mon to Fri (Alternative Sat on)
• Experience: 5+ years



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Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person