Lead MERN Stack Developer

softnotions-team; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

softnotions-team is seeking a Lead MERN Stack Developer to own end-to-end development of scalable web apps. The role requires mentoring teams, defining architecture, and ensuring performance, security, and code quality across projects.

You will lead design decisions, guide junior developers, and collaborate with product managers, designers, and QA to deliver high-quality MERN applications.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional MERN stack development experience.
• Prior experience as Lead or Senior Developer preferred.
• Strong knowledge of React.js, Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB.
• Experience in architecture decisions and guiding teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and delivery of scalable MERN apps.
• Define architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers.
• Oversee security, performance, and data protection.
• Collaborate with product managers and QA.

Skills

MERN stack leadership

Code review & quality

Team mentoring

Education

B.Tech / BCA / M.Tech / MCA or equivalent

Tools

Git

Jira

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 end-to-end development, ensuring code quality, scalability, security, and guiding the team to deliver high-performance web applications.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

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, NextJs
• React.js, Hooks, Redux, Context API, Typescript
• 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

Qualifications

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