Lead-Fullstack Developer (MERN)-5+yrs only need to apply

Softnotions Technologies Private Limited; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Softnotions Technologies Private Limited in India is seeking a Lead MERN Stack Developer with hands-on expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.

You will own end-to-end development, define architecture, ensure code quality, scalability, security, and mentor a growing team to deliver high-performance web applications.

The role balances hands-on coding with leadership, guiding product managers, designers, and QA to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• BCA or MCA or equivalent qualification.
• 6+ years of professional MERN stack experience.
• Prior experience as a Lead / Senior Developer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable MERN stack applications.
• Define architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Review code and ensure performance optimization.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers.
• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Ensure security, data protection, and authentication.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA, and stakeholders.
• Oversee deployments, releases, and post-release support.

Skills

JavaScript (ES6+)

Node.js

Express.js

React.js

Hooks

Redux

Context API

MongoDB

Mongoose

REST APIs

HTML5

CSS3

Asynchronous programming

Authentication & Security

Education

BCA/MCA or equivalent

Tools

Git

Jira

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

We are looking for a Lead MERN Stack Developer with strong hands-on expertise in

MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js, along with proven experience in technical

leadership, architecture decisions, and team mentoring. The role involves owning endto-end development, ensuring code quality, scalability, security, and guiding the team to deliver high-performance web applications

Tasks

Technical Leadership

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable MERN stack applications.
• Define application architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Review code, enforce quality standards, and ensure performance optimization.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers.
• Design and develop RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Handle authentication, authorization, security, and data protection.
• Implement asynchronous request handling and performance optimization.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize Node.js applications.
• Develop responsive, reusable UI components using React.js.
• Work with Hooks, Redux, Context API, and modern React patterns.
• Translate wireframes and UI/UX designs into functional interfaces.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Design schemas and manage collections in MongoDB.
• Integrate NoSQL data storage solutions efficiently.
• Optimize database queries and ensure data integrity.
• Manage code using Git and follow Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA, and stakeholders.
• Handle deployment, production releases, and post-release support.
• Ensure application scalability, availability, and monitoring readiness.
• Act as a technical owner for MERN-based applications
• Balance hands-on coding with team leadership
• Drive continuous improvement, learning, and innovation
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions

Required Technical Skills

Core MERN Skills

• JavaScript (ES6+), Node.js, Express.js
• React.js, Hooks, Redux, Context API
• MongoDB, Mongoose
• REST APIs & API testing (Postman)
• HTML5, CSS3, Responsive Design
• UI state management and component lifecycle understanding
• Node.js debugging and performance tuning
• Authentication, authorization, and data protection practices
• Understanding of asynchronous programming (Promises, async/await)

Tools & Methodologies

• Git, Jira
• Agile / Scrum development practices
• Unit & integration testing

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage ambiguity and complex requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Proven experience leading teams and meeting delivery timelines
• Business-oriented mindset with focus on outcomes and value delivery

Role Expectations

• Act as a technical owner for MERN-based applications
• Balance hands-on coding with team leadership
• Drive continuous improvement, learning, and innovation
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solution

Requirements

Qualifications

• / BCA / / MCA or equivalent
• 6+ years of professional experience in MERN stack development
• Prior experience as a Lead / Senior Developer preferred

Good to Have

• Experience with cloud deployment (AWS / Azure / GCP)
• Basic awareness of AI/ML and tools like ChatGPT
• Experience with performance testing and optimization
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines