Technical Lead Full Stack

Saha; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Technical Lead Full Stack (Hands-on) to oversee technical initiatives and lead a development team. The role involves optimizing web and mobile applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and mentoring technical staff. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in full stack development using technologies like React.js and Docker, and be able to connect technical solutions with strategic business goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive technological advancement within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading technical teams and managing performance.
• Strong understanding of technical execution and strategy.
• Proficiency in hands-on full stack development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of web and mobile applications.
• Ensure alignment of technical initiatives with business goals.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on technical strategies.
• Mentor developers and oversee sprint planning.

Skills

React.js / Vue.js / Next.js

React Native or Flutter

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

AWS/GCP/Azure

RESTful APIs

Version control systems: Git, GitHub/GitLab

Performance profiling and debugging

Job description

Job Title: Technical Lead Full Stack (Hands-on)

Department: Technology

Job Purpose

To lead and execute the company's technical initiatives by providing hands‑on full stack development expertise, driving technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals, and directly managing the performance of the technical support and development team.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Execution & Development
  • Lead the development and optimization of web and mobile applications (iOS/Android).
  • Deliver high‑quality, scalable code across frontend and backend (hands‑on).
  • Conduct and review code to ensure best practices and maintainability.
  • Implement performance monitoring and incident response for critical systems.
• Strategic & Operational Alignment
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to align technical initiatives with business OKRs.
  • Contribute to annual and quarterly planning by defining the roadmap for digital platforms.
  • Propose and defend tech‑related budgets with justification tied to ROI and growth enablement.
  • Evaluate and recommend technologies, platforms, and vendors for long‑term scalability.
  • Direct and mentor developers, DevOps engineers, and technical support staff.
  • Define daily/weekly tasks, oversee sprint planning, and ensure timely delivery.
  • Actively participate in recruiting and onboarding of technical roles.
  • Act as the bridge between business and technology teams.
  • Translate business needs into robust technical solutions.
  • Lead technical discussions with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Required Technical Skills

• Frontend: React.js / Vue.js / Next.js
• Mobile: React Native or Flutter (preferred)
• DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, Docker, basic cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)
• RESTful APIs and third‑party integrations (payment gateways, logistics, marketing tools)
• Version control systems: Git, GitHub/GitLab
• Performance profiling, debugging, and QA oversight

Leadership & Strategic Skills

• Ability to connect technical solutions with business goals.
• Experience leading agile teams and sprint planning.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Budget planning and project ROI assessment.