Technical Lead (React and Node)

Medium; Remote; MYR 283,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company is seeking a Technical Lead (React and Node) in Malaysia. This hands-on leadership role involves guiding the development of modern full-stack applications. Responsibilities include acting as the expert for React and Node.js solutions, ensuring coding standards, and mentoring engineers in an agile environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience, and strong technical skills in relevant technologies. The position offers remote flexibility and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible, remote-first work environment

Exposure to global projects

Continuous learning opportunities

Focus on employee wellbeing

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer with strong expertise in React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
• Solid backend experience with Node.js frameworks and PostgreSQL databases.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for full-stack applications built with React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend architectures using Node.js frameworks.
• Lead code reviews and ensure high test coverage and reliability.

Skills

React

Node.js

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

GitHub

Agile methodologies

Unit testing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Jest

NestJS

Express.js

Kubernetes

MongoDB

Python for ETL

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Technical Lead (React and Node) in Malaysia.

This role is a hands‑on technical leadership position at the core of building modern, scalable full‑stack applications. You will act as the go‑to expert for React and Node.js solutions, shaping technical standards while guiding delivery across complex projects. Working in a highly collaborative, remote‑first environment, you will influence architecture decisions, code quality, and engineering best practices. The position offers the opportunity to work on impactful, real‑world products across diverse industries. You will balance strategic technical leadership with active development, ensuring robust, secure, and maintainable systems. This is an ideal role for an experienced engineer ready to lead by example and drive technical excellence.

Accountabilities

• Act as the technical lead for full‑stack applications built with React, Node.js, and TypeScript
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend architectures using Node.js frameworks
• Contribute to and enforce coding standards, tooling, and technical best practices across projects
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to translate requirements into high‑quality solutions
• Lead code reviews, promote reusable components, and ensure high test coverage and reliability
• Support architectural decisions around databases, integrations, authentication, and cloud services
• Mentor engineers and actively participate in Agile delivery, estimation, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer with strong expertise in React, Node.js, and TypeScript
• Solid backend experience with Node.js frameworks and PostgreSQL databases
• Experience with GitHub and modern development workflows
• Strong understanding of unit testing practices, including Jest
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative delivery environments
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and analytical skills
• Nice to have experience with NestJS or Express.js, schema validation, cloud services, CI/CD, Kubernetes, MongoDB, Python for ETL, or SSO integrations

Benefits

• Flexible, remote‑first work environment with location flexibility
• Exposure to global projects and collaboration with international teams
• Continuous learning and accelerated career growth across industries and technologies
• Strong focus on employee wellbeing, including generous time off and wellness initiatives
• Inclusive, values‑driven culture that promotes collaboration and diversity

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI‑powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role’s core requirements. Our system identifies the top‑fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!