Team Lead - Software Development

PPFAS Mutual Fund; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PPFAS Mutual Fund is seeking a hands-on Team Lead - Software Development to head the IT - Software Development unit in Mumbai (Andheri) on site. The role requires 8+ years of experience, with 2–3 years in leadership, and a strong background in PHP Laravel, MySQL, API development and DevOps.

You will drive architecture, coding standards and delivery across cross-functional teams while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, IT or closely related field.
• 8+ years of development experience with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role.
• Hands-on coding and architecture experience in PHP Laravel required.
• Experience in BFSI/FinTech or regulated sectors preferred, with awareness of SEBI regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end development using PHP Laravel with focus on quality, scalability & performance.
• Collaborate with frontend, mobile & DevOps teams for smooth delivery.
• Guide the team on best practices, coding standards & architecture decisions.
• Own project planning, task allocation & delivery tracking.
• Ensure compliance with SEBI regulations, IT audits, VAPT, and data security requirements.
• Mentor and upskill the team, driving technical excellence and innovation.

Skills

PHP

Laravel

MySQL

API Development

Git

DevOps

ReactJS

VueJS

Flutter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Master’s degree in CS/IT

Tools

Docker

CI/CD

Cloud

Job description

Position: Team Lead - Software Development

Department: IT - Software Development

Location: Andheri-Mumbai (On Site)

Experience: 8+ years

Reporting To: CTO

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on technical leader to head our development function, with strong expertise in PHP Laravel and proven experience in leading development teams and driving project delivery. This role requires someone who can actively contribute to coding and architecture, while also managing team performance, task prioritization, project coordination, and ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical knowledge, team leadership skills, and a process‑oriented approach, along with a strong focus on innovation, automation, and delivery acceleration.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end development using PHP Laravel with focus on quality, scalability & performance.
• Collaborate with frontend, mobile & DevOps teams for smooth delivery.
• Guide the team on best practices, coding standards & architecture decisions.
• Own project planning, task allocation & delivery tracking.
• Ensure seamless collaboration with business, QA, infrastructure & external partners.
• Continuously optimize processes to improve delivery speed using automation & reusable components.
• Ensure compliance with SEBI regulations, IT audits, VAPT, and data security requirements.
• Mentor and upskill the team, driving technical excellence and innovation culture.

Key Skills Required

• Technical: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, API Development (REST/SOAP), Git, DevOps (CI/CD, Docker, Cloud).
• Bonus: ReactJS, VueJS, Flutter/React Native (basic knowledge).
• Process: Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and IT governance.
• Domain: Experience in BFSI/FinTech/regulated sectors (preferably SEBI-regulated).

Leadership

Team management, task prioritization, cross‑functional collaboration & performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/master's in computer science, IT, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in development, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Certifications in Laravel, DevOps, or Project Management are a plus.

Key Attributes

• Strong technical hands‑on skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication & problem‑solving abilities.
• Process‑oriented with a focus on innovation, automation & delivery acceleration.

Innovation Focus

Process optimization, automation, and reusable components to speed up delivery.