Technical Lead - Staff Developer, Software Development

Vena Solutions; India; On-site; INR 3,335,000 - 4,512,000; Full time

Job summary

Vena Solutions is seeking a Technical Lead - Staff Software Developer to lead an engineering team driving high-impact SaaS product improvements while staying hands-on in the codebase. The role focuses on architecture alignment, quality, and timely delivery, with an emphasis on AI-driven practices.

The position is based in Indore or Pune with in-office requirements in both locations. You will mentor engineers, partner with Product and Architects, and champion best practices to sustain a scalable

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience, server-side focus.
• 3+ years leading software teams as a Tech Lead or similar role.
• Experience delivering SaaS product roadmaps and improving delivery outcomes.
• Mentoring engineers and leading effective planning/execution.
• Comfort with Agile development practices and cross-functional collaboration.
• Interest in AI-driven solutions to enhance performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day engineering operations to deliver high-impact enhancements.
• Serve as technical leader, guiding system design with architects.
• Provide hands-on solutions while empowering team problem-solving.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to align roadmaps and resources.
• Review epics to ensure clear scope and priorities.
• Mentor engineers through coaching and code reviews.
• Promote long-term codebase health and technical debt management.
• Uphold engineering standards and continuous improvement.
• Drive cross-team alignment as a Guild/Chapter Lead.
• Advance AI-driven development and tooling adoption.

Skills

8+ years experience

Tech Lead experience

Agile development

Mentoring engineers

SaaS roadmap delivery

AI interest

Tools

Power BI

DAX

Power Query

Azure cloud services

Job description

This role can be based in Indore or Pune, with an in-office requirement in both locations. Candidates in either location are encouraged to apply.

Vena Solutions is seeking a Technical Lead - Staff Software Developer who will act as an engineering team leader driving high-quality delivery of product improvements, while staying hands-on and contributing to the codebase for our cloud-native SaaS product.

• Department: Product Development
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: India - Resident (0008)
• Workplace type: Onsite
• Compensation: ₹3,334,976 - ₹4,512,026 / year
• Reporting To: Jasper Chow

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead day-to-day engineering operations, ensuring the team consistently delivers high-impact product enhancements while maintaining and improving long-term codebase quality and sustainability.
• Serve as the technical leader within the team, partnering with Software Architects to drive system design decisions for major initiatives in alignment with the broader architectural vision.
• Tackle complex technical challenges, providing hands-on solutions while empowering team members to contribute effectively to problem-solving efforts.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers to ensure roadmaps are realistic, delivery commitments are met, and resource gaps are proactively identified and addressed.
• Critically review epics and project scopes to ensure work is well-defined, properly prioritized, and clearly understood by the team.
• Mentor and develop engineers through coaching, pair programming, and thoughtful code reviews, fostering a culture of continuous learning and engineering excellence.
• Champion long-term codebase health by ensuring technical debt is appropriately identified, prioritized, and addressed during sprint and quarterly planning.
• Promote and uphold engineering best practices, development standards, and continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
• Act as a Guild or Chapter Lead, driving cross-team alignment and advancing engineering practices at the organizational level.
• Drive the adoption of AI-driven development practices and innovative tooling to enhance engineering productivity, streamline workflows, and accelerate high-quality software delivery.

We'd Love to See

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on server-side engineering
• With 3+ years of experience leading software development teams as a Tech Lead (or operating in a similar leadership capacity)
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the software development lifecycle
• Demonstrated experience delivering against SaaS product roadmaps, with a focus on improving development efficiency and delivery outcomes
• Strong track record in mentoring engineers and leading effective project planning and execution
• Hands-on experience working within Agile development environments
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to align technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Interest in AI and willingness to explore AI-driven solutions to enhance performance and drive efficiencies

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

• Extensive experience designing, developing, and optimizing complex Power BI solutions, including enterprise-grade dashboards and semantic models
• Proficiency in DAX with a strong ability to build efficient, scalable, and maintainable data models
• Proficiency in Power Query (M), Experience to build production level PowerBI connector
• Proven track record of staying ahead of industry trends and applying advancements in Business Intelligence, cloud, DevOps, and AI-driven analytics
• Experience identifying gaps and leading improvements in BI tools, data architecture, and development processes to drive performance and usability
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services (e.g., data storage, processing, and analytics), ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant data solutions
• Exposure to AI/ML capabilities within Power BI and the broader Microsoft ecosystem (e.g., AI visuals, Copilot, Azure AI services), with the ability to translate them into business value

Base salary range 3,334,976 - 4,512,026 INR

*Our salaries are tailored to roles, levels and locations. Your individual pay within this range is influenced by factors like work location, skills, experience and education. As you progress in your role, your compensation may adapt, offering flexibility for growth beyond initial levels. For specifics, your recruiter will provide details and address any questions during the hiring process.

About Vena Solutions

At Vena, we’re reimagining how businesses plan and grow: powered by data, collaboration, and innovation

Headquartered in Toronto with a global reach, we help finance teams work smarter using the tools they already love (yes, we’re talking about Excel!). Trusted by over 1,800 organizations and 150,000+ users every day, Vena Solutions brings clarity to complexity.

We’re a people led company that leads with our CORE values (Customer Trust, One Team, Respect & Authenticity and Execution Excellence) and are driven by our mission

We’re growing fast, thinking big, and having fun along the way. The future of finance is being built here, and we’d love for you to be part of it

Why Choose Us:

Compensation

We offer competitive and comprehensive total rewards packages that we review yearly to stay ahead of the market! Transparency is key, we keep you in the loop on how we design our comp programs. Build your future with our Employee Stock Option Program, Retirement Savings, Support & 401k Matching Programs.

Personal Growth & Learning

Level up your skills with Vena! We support your journey with education subsidies, professional development programs, and learning opportunities to help you grow your career and reach your goals. Your future is bright and we’re here to invest in it!

Health & Wellness

Your well-being = our priority! Great health & dental plans, wellness sessions (virtual & in-person), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a free Headspace subscription to support your mental health.

Global Reach

Vena is everywhere you are! With offices in Toronto, London, and Indore, as well as team members across the United States, EMEA and beyond, we're a truly global company. Collaborate with colleagues around the world and bring diverse ideas to life: no passport required!

Time Off

Recharge with generous leave options - perfect for vacation, wellness, personal time, parental support, volunteering, and more.

Flexibility

We embrace a flexible culture that supports different ways of working, depending on the role and location. While some of our teams enjoy hybrid arrangements, others thrive in-office or remotely. With modern workspaces in Toronto, Indore, and London, we offer inspiring environments when you need them - and the freedom to work in ways that work best for you and your team.

AI-Powered Innovation

At Vena, we don’t just keep up, we're leading the way!

We empower team members at every level to actively explore AI best practices, identify meaningful opportunities to apply AI in their work, and champion innovative solutions that drive impact.

By fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and responsible use, we’re building a future where AI enhances how we work, think, and lead. From automating workflows to enhancing insights, AI is woven into everything we do.

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