Tech Lead, Application (ReactJS, React Native and Node.js)

Activate Interactive; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Program

Singapore government agency projects

Structured development framework

Job summary

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd, Singapore, seeks an Application Tech Lead to translate business needs into robust web and mobile apps. You will guide the development team, uphold coding standards, and contribute hands-on to ReactJS, React Native and Node.js projects for the SHARE initiative.

You will design architectures, integrate with PostgreSQL/MSSQL, and ensure secure deployments on Azure or AWS, while mentoring juniors and driving quality outcomes in a government-adjacent project environment.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on development with ReactJS and Node.js for web/mobile apps.
• Experience integrating with PostgreSQL and MSSQL and RESTful APIs.
• Ability to mentor a small development team and guide technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Translate business needs into robust, secure web/mobile applications.
• Lead day-to-day technical guidance, code reviews and standards.
• Design, develop, and maintain features using ReactJS/React Native/Node.js.
• Collaborate with PM/BA on requirements and architecture for SHARE.
• Ensure deployment across Azure/AWS and monitor security/compliance.

Skills

ReactJS

Node.js

React Native

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

MSSQL

Cloud (Azure/AWS)

Git

Code reviews

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in CS/IT/SE

Cloud certification (Azure or AWS)

Tools

Azure

AWS

Job description

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd (“Activate”) is a leading technology consultancy headquartered in Singapore with a presence in Malaysia and Indonesia. Our clients are empowered with quality, cost-effective, and impactful end-to-end application development, like mobile and web applications, and cloud technology that remove technology roadblocks and increase their business efficiency.

We believe in positively impacting the lives of people around us and the environment we live in through the use of technology. Hence, we are committed to providing a conducive environment for all employees to realize their full potential, who in turn have the opportunity to continuously drive innovation.

We are searching for our next team members to join our growing team.

If you love the idea of being part of a growing company with exciting prospects in mobile and web technologies that create positive impact on people’s lives, then we would love to hear from you.

What will you do?

The Application Tech Lead supports the technical delivery of the SHARE project by translating business and user requirements into robust, secure and maintainable web and mobile applications. Working closely with the Project Manager, the role provides day-to-day technical guidance to the development team, upholds coding standards and security measures, and contributes hands‑on to the design, development, integration and maintenance of applications built on ReactJS, React Native and Node.js. The role helps drive quality delivery, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team, ensuring solutions meet client and public‑sector compliance expectations.

• Collaborate with project managers and business analysts to understand business needs and user requirements, and support requirement analysis.
• Support the delivery of specifications, application concepts, interface design and architecture for the SHARE project.
• Design, develop and maintain web and mobile application features using ReactJS, React Native and Node.js.
• Integrate applications with back-end databases (PostgreSQL, MSSQL) and RESTful APIs / web services.
• Provide day-to-day technical guidance to developers, review code, and enforce coding standards, design patterns and best practices.
• Support development of program logic for new applications and features and enhance existing applications.
• Support and monitor compliance with security measures and public‑sector requirements.
• Document technical architecture, code changes, issue resolutions and procedures.
• Analyze application usage reports and resolve routine and complex problems within applications.
• Support deployment activities, hosting environments and releases across cloud platforms (Azure / AWS).
• Assist the Tech Lead in effort estimation, task breakdown and coordination of development activities to meet project timelines.

What we are looking from you?

Technical Skills

• Proven, hands‑on proficiency in ReactJS and Node.js.
• Strong proficiency in React Native.
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services integration.
• Proficient knowledge of databases, especially PostgreSQL and MSSQL.
• Ability to manage hosting environments and understand deployment methodologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS (advantageous).
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Non-Domain Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment and with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a small development team or work stream.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to priorities and meet deadlines.
• A passion for continuous learning and keeping up with technology trends.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Preferable relevant cloud certification (e.g., Microsoft Azure or AWS).

Compulsory (Must-have)

• Proven hands‑on development experience with ReactJS and Node.js delivering web and/or mobile applications.
• Experience integrating applications with relational databases (PostgreSQL / MSSQL) and RESTful APIs.
• Some experience providing technical guidance or leading a small team / work stream.

Desirable (Good-to-have)

• Experience with React Native and cloud platforms (Azure / AWS).
• Experience in public‑sector projects.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices

What do we offer in return?

• Employee Wellness Program
• To work in Singapore Government Agencies projects
• We provide structured development framework and growth opportunities. (We are a “SHRI 2025 Gold winner” in “Learning & Development; Coaching & Mentoring”)

Why you'll love working with us?

If you are looking for opportunities to collaborate with leading industry experts and be surrounded by highly motivated and talented peers, we welcome you to join us. We provide all employees with equal opportunities to grow and develop with us. We believe your success is our success.

Activate Interactive Singapore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Activate Interactive Pte Ltd does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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