Lead Software Engineer (5 to 8 years)

QAD Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured Mentorship

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

QAD Inc. is seeking a Full-Stack Engineer to aid in the development of their intelligent, adaptive platform. This role is pivotal for building systems that connect people, processes, and data in global manufacturing.

As a core contributor, you'll be responsible for implementing enterprise-scale SaaS products while mentoring junior engineers and resolving complex technical challenges. The position mandates in-office work in Pune 3-4 days a week.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of related professional software development experience.
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adopt cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and lead development and testing of scalable web application features.
• Provide solutions to complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead cross-team code reviews.

Skills

Data Structures & Algorithms

Object-Oriented Programming

RESTful APIs

Git

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Bachelor’s in Information Technology

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Job description

Help us build the "System of Action" that supercharges global manufacturing teams. QAD is entering a high-velocity era to architect the world’s first AI-native, agentic ERP. We are moving beyond legacy "systems of record" to build an autonomous platform where humans and AI work as a tag team to redefine how factories operate. Join us at this pivotal moment to build our next generation platform, lead the next generation of the Adaptive Enterprise and turn global speed into strategy.

Job Description

Ignite Your Future:

Are you an experienced Full-Stack Engineer ready to independently drive solutions, resolve complex technical challenges, and contribute significantly to the future of intelligent manufacturing? Join QAD, where we are redefining the supply chain through our intelligent, adaptive platform—a single System of Action that connects people, processes, and data. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a fully qualified, experienced professional responsible for the implementation and delivery of our enterprise-scale SaaS products, operating with Champion Pace.

The Mission: What You'll Be Building

You will be a core contributor in the design, development, and implementation of new models and procedures. You will provide technical guidance, mentor junior team members, and leverage in-depth professional knowledge to develop solutions in cloud-native architectures, microservices, and Agile product development. You will be instrumental in building the next generation of our platform, which features core pillars like:

• Adaptive Applications: The intelligent backbone powering the manufacturing enterprise.
• Champion AI: Agentic AI for manufacturing that drives measurable productivity and growth.

Your Impact / What you will be doing:

• Independent Design & Implementation: Independently design, implement, and lead the development and testing of scalable web application features. Take end-to-end ownership of critical components across modern frontend frameworks and robust backend services.
• Complex Problem Resolution: Provide solutions to complex issues in creative and effective ways. Proactively debug, diagnose, and resolve a wide range of complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks across the stack with limited guidance.
• Technical Guidance & Mentorship: Serve as a subject matter expert to mentor junior engineers, lead complex cross-team code reviews, and help set quality and performance standards.
• Code for Scale & Efficiency: Optimize existing code and system architecture for performance, scalability, and maintainability, translating complex product and technical requirements into clean, efficient, and working code.

Core Technical Foundations / What we are looking for

• Mastery in Data Structures & Algorithms: A strong foundation, including a clear understanding of time and space complexity.
• OOP Fundamentals: A solid grasp of Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
• Architectural Awareness: Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and end-to-end application communication, as well as an awareness of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git.

The Mindset:

• Strategic Problem Solver: Strong logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability: Eagerness to quickly learn and adopt cutting-edge technologies.
• Ownership & Quality: A detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, demonstrating end-to-end responsibility for features and architectural components.
• Proactive Leader: Takes initiative to anticipate and address future needs, risks, or improvements.
• Quick Learner: Demonstrates a rapid capacity to grasp new technologies, complex systems, and development methodologies.
• Strategic Collaboration: Engage in cross-functional collaboration with Product, QA, and DevOps to deliver world-class enterprise SaaS products used by global customers.
• Tactical Accountability: Determines methods and procedures on new assignments, works independently and is reviewed at critical points.

Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 5 to 8 years of related professional software development experience.
• Location: This is an on-site opportunity based in Pune with 3-4 days work from the office. Only candidates willing to be based in Pune will be eligible.

Additional Information

• Structured Mentorship: Benefit from a structured program and training designed for rapid career development.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a collaborative and inclusive environment that champions learning, growth, and diverse perspectives.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.