Senior Tech Lead - MERN Stack

EDMO; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EDMO, located in Maharashtra, India, is searching for a Lead Software Engineer / Senior Tech Lead to drive high-quality product development. The successful candidate will lead a team focusing on AI technologies, backend architecture using Node.js and NestJS, and foster a culture of innovation.

This role offers the opportunity to influence the scaling of the engineering organization in India while enhancing the enrollment solutions for higher education institutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience with 3+ years in technical leadership roles.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills to translate concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers across AI, Salesforce, and full-stack development.
• Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions.
• Own and evolve backend architecture using Node.js / NestJS.

Skills

Full-stack Engineering

Backend Development

Technical Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Problem Solving

Tools

Node.js

NestJS

React

Angular

PostgreSQL

GitHub Actions

Job description

EDMO is an AI-powered company that provides enrollment-centric solutions to universities, colleges, and higher education institutions. By streamlining repetitive tasks - such as document verification, transcript evaluation, SOP/essay reviews, and applicant matching - EDMO enables its clients to process student applications faster and more accurately. Its intelligent workflows not only reduce administrative workload but also empower admission advisors to focus on personalized guidance and student engagement.

With features like AI-powered chatbots, Photo ID verification, GPA calculator, and transfer credit evaluation, EDMO ensures transparency and efficiency across the enrollment journey. Institutions using EDMO services report significant time savings, improved decision-making, and enhanced student satisfaction.

At its core, EDMO is built to reimagine & streamline admissions—making them smarter, quicker, and more human-centric.

Our Culture

• Growth Mindset: We embrace continuous learning and rapid skill development
• Innovation First: We leverage cutting‑edge AI and smart techniques for quality development
• Excellence: We insist on high standards while maintaining speed and agility
• Impact: We create measurable outcomes that transform educational experiences

Position Overview

We’re seeking an exceptional Lead Software Engineer / Senior Tech Lead who can energize and guide a team of brilliant engineers while driving rapid, high‑quality product development using AI and innovative technologies. The ideal candidate brings deep full‑stack and backend engineering expertise combined with strong leadership capability and a hands‑on approach to architecture and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 5–8 senior engineers across AI, Salesforce, and full‑stack development
• Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions— including backend, API design, and system design—for EDMO’s product portfolio
• Own and evolve backend architecture using Node.js / NestJS and front‑end solutions in React or Angular
• Define and implement telemetry, observability, and monitoring standards (logging, tracing, alerting) across services
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence
• Manage sprint planning, code reviews, and technical delivery timelines
• Collaborate closely with product management and design teams
• Guide technical hiring and team scaling decisions
• Ensure code quality, security, and performance standards
• Lead technical discussions with university clients and stakeholders
• Drive adoption of best practices, tools, and development methodologies

Required Qualifications

Experience & Leadership

• 8+ years of software development experience with 3+ years in technical leadership roles
• Proven track record of leading high‑performing technical teams
• Experience energizing and motivating senior engineers to achieve exceptional results
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices
• Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Experience with performance management, career development, and team building
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure

Technical Stack — Must Have

• Node.js and NestJS – production‑grade backend services, microservices, and API design
• TypeScript – Good to Have
• React or Angular – front‑end development and component architecture
• Backend and system architecture – designing scalable, maintainable, distributed systems
• Telemetry & monitoring – hands‑on experience with logging frameworks, distributed tracing (e.g., OpenTelemetry, Datadog, New Relic), and alerting pipelines
• Cloud platforms – GCP preferred; AWS or Azure acceptable
• Databases – PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or equivalent; Redis for caching/queuing
• CI/CD – GitHub Actions, Cloud Build, or equivalent pipelines

Additional Technical Background

• Strong background across multiple domains: AI/ML integration, web development, cloud‑native architecture

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in EdTech, SaaS, or B2B technology companies
• Background in AI/ML or emerging technologies
• Experience scaling engineering teams from startup to growth stage
• Knowledge of the Salesforce ecosystem and integrations
• GCP certifications or demonstrated GCP production experience (Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, BigQuery, GKE)
• Experience building and operating observability stacks (dashboards, SLOs, on‑call runbooks)
• MBA or advanced degree in technology or business
• Track record of successful product launches and customer implementations
• Experience working with US‑based clients and distributed teams

Leadership Philosophy We Seek

• Servant Leadership: Empowering team members to achieve their best work
• Technical Excellence: Setting high standards while maintaining development velocity
• Growth Mindset: Continuously learning and helping others grow
• Results‑Oriented: Delivering measurable business outcomes through technology
• Cultural Builder: Creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative team environment

Path to VP of Engineering

Opportunity to build and scale EDMO’s India engineering organization. Lead major strategic partnerships and technical initiatives. Drive innovation in AI‑powered educational technology.