Technical Lead (Node.js )

Description

You will be joining the project, an enterprise-grade software solution designed to help energy organization calculate, monitor, and reduce their CO2 footprint. The project is entering a critical phase of enhancement, moving beyond simple tracking to provide robust, data-driven calculation tools for sustainable materials and operational efficiency.

The project involves two main applications:

1. The first application is designed to visualize and analyze the estimated environmental footprint of a project during the tender stage. This application helps our client respond to proposals by providing an environmental footprint estimation for various pieces of equipment they sell. It currently has blueprints for about 11 items. The application generates reports that are included in the tender response to clients.
2. The second application performs an environmental impact assessment and generates reports for the actual construction phase of a project. It collects carbon and environmental impact data across five categories: site usage (water, electricity, materials), people traveling to and from the site, machinery used on site, and shipping for materials going back and forth from the site.

The project’s tech stack consists of a React-based static website with Ant Design for styling on the front end, and an API built on Strapi.js (an open-source Node.js headless CMS) with a MySQL backend. The application is hosted on Azure.

GlobalLogic will contribute to enhancing the applications with new features such as:

• Implement an administrative UI/UX
• Develop a new product environmental footprint methodology
• Add project statuses
• Link both applications together
• Improve filtering
• Add project-level permissions
• Implement a bulk change feature

This is a dynamic environment where the goal is not just to write code, but to build a system that makes a tangible environmental impact. You will be part of a stable, high-seniority Core Team that values stability, architectural integrity, and continuous value delivery over quick fixes.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead to helm the engineering efforts for a high-impact enterprise sustainability project. In this role, you will act as the “technical anchor” for a dedicated Core Team, bridging the gap between high-level architectural decisions and day-to-day code execution. If you are a hands-on leader who thrives on mentoring developers, collaborating with stakeholders, and solving complex integration challenges (including Carbon Footprint logic, regulatory compliance, and audit trails) within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem, this is the role for you.

As the Technical Lead, you will be responsible for the technical delivery and code quality of the our client’s platform. You will lead a cross-functional team comprising Full-stack, Backend, and QA Engineers, while working closely with a UI/UX Designer, Business Analyst, and Project Manager.

You are not just a manager; you are a “player-coach.” You will spend approximately 50-60% of your time on hands-on coding and architectural reviews, and the remaining time on team guidance, sprint planning, and stakeholder communication. You will partner directly with the Senior Solution Architect to ensure new features – such as user-managed emission factor databases, mandatory audit trails, and advanced calculation engines – are scalable, secure, and aligned with the existing legacy architecture.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has 7+ years of experience as an Engineer with a strong focus on Node.js and 3+ years of Tech Lead experience.
• Possesses deep expertise in the JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem (Node.js & React).
• Possesses deep expertise and understanding in the REST (API & architecture).
• Demonstrates deep knowledge in Relational Database Design and SQL, capable of architecting complex schemas and optimizing high-volume queries in MySQL.
• Has proven experience deploying and managing applications on Microsoft Azure.
• Nice to have an understanding of the nuances of Headless CMS (StrapiJS) integration.
• Can translate complex business requirements from the Business Analyst into technical tasks for the development team.
• Has excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Has upper Intermediate English.

Job responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the development lifecycle for new features, from technical design to deployment, ensuring adherence to clean code principles (SOLID, DRY).
• Conduct thorough code reviews for Backend (Node.js) and Frontend (React/Redux) to ensure high performance, security, and maintainability.
• Manage the CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure.
• Oversee the implementation of StrapiJS as a headless CMS and ensure proper data modeling for MySQL databases.
• Enforce security best practices, particularly regarding oAuth/JWT authentication, data protection, and forensic audit logging.

Team Management & Mentorship

• Mentor Senior and Mid-level developers, resolving technical blockers and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaborate with the QA Engineer to define testing strategies (Unit, Integration, E2E) and ensure zero-regression releases.
• Assist the Project Manager in estimation, sprint planning, and backlog grooming to ensure realistic delivery timelines.

Architecture & Strategy

• Collaborate with the Senior Solution Architect to validate technical feasibility for complex data logic and legacy system refactoring.
• Work with the Business Analyst and Client Stakeholders to clarify requirements for sustainability metrics and CO2 calculations.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, ensuring the “As-Is” and “To-Be” states are clearly defined.