R&D Team Lead
8/26/2025
Lead the R&D team in developing new features and overseeing the end-to-end development lifecycle. Ensure high-quality code and mentor team members while driving innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
11-50 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
We’re looking for a seasoned R&D Team Leader to join our top-notch technology R&D team, reporting directly to the VP R&D. In this role, you will drive technological innovation, oversee the development of cutting-edge features, and guide the team in delivering scalable, high-quality products. You will combine hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring that our platform continues to evolve and deliver impactful solutions for our clients. As part of an AI-first company, our web team is deeply involved in creating and integrating AI-driven features to enhance our digital offerings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the R&D team in developing new features and enhancing our platform.
- Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle, from ideation to deployment.
- Ensure high-quality code, scalable architecture, and smooth product delivery by implementing best practices in software development.
- Mentor and support team members in their professional growth.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges in collaboration with the team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Data, and AI to align development efforts with company goals.
- Drive innovation and stay updated on new technologies to keep us at the forefront of the industry.
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of full-stack development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Strong experience with Node, React, Python, SQL or any equivalent language.
- Experience with cloud, DevOps, and modern tooling (e.g., GCP/AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Passion for innovation, AI technology, and building scalable, impactful products.
- BSc in Computer Science, or Engineering degree is a plus.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a proactive and goal-oriented mindset.
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