Technical Lead (Junior)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Junior Tech Lead for a temporary contract position that can transfer to Full-Time if successful. The ideal candidate is a versatile developer with a strong background in backend development, a deep understanding of system architectures, and the ability to lead and support a team. This role will involve hands-on coding, code review, team leadership, and solution exploration. The candidate should be comfortable adapting to new programming languages and frameworks at lightning speed, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for engineering and innovative problem-solving.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Develop high-quality code for both frontend and backend applications, contributing approximately 50-60% of their time to hands-on coding.
Review code submitted by peers, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
Lead and support a development team, offering guidance and assistance as needed, comprising around 20-30% of their workload.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze project requirements and explore various solutions for complex technical challenges (approximately 20% of workload).
Demonstrate a deep understanding of various system architectures and propose suitable architectural decisions based on project needs.
Research and evaluate current and new solutions, staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Demonstrate strong engineering and problem-solving skills to address technical issues and bottlenecks effectively.
Exhibit a high level of proficiency in learning and adapting to new programming languages, frameworks, and technologies in a short span of time.
Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal, ensuring clear and concise communication with team members and stakeholders.
Manage client expectations, address concerns, and ensure client satisfaction with the delivered products.
Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes.
Collaborate with the testing team to ensure thorough testing and bug resolution.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team and the organization.

JOB REQUIREMENT

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with an excellent GPA.
Minimum of :
3 years of experience as a dedicated backend developer.
1 year of experience as a Fullstack developer
1 year of experience as a team lead for a team of 10-15pax
Comfortable with frontend development and willing to contribute to both frontend and backend tasks.
Proficiency in a variety of programming languages and the ability to quickly learn and assimilate new languages and frameworks.
Excellent understanding of system architectures and the ability to make informed architectural decisions.
Strong experience in code review, ensuring code quality, security, and adherence to coding standards.
Ability to lead and support a development team, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and explore innovative solutions for complex technical challenges.
Demonstrated ability to balance hands-on coding, code review, team leadership, and solution exploration effectively.
Engineering mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
Familiarity with Golang, ReactJS, and Flutter is preferred for Opening #1.
Familiarity with LoopBack, ReactAdmin, and NodeJS is preferred for Opening #2.
Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Vietnamese (Fluent or Native) + Professional Working Proficiency in French (C1 level or similar) OR : Professional Working Proficiency in English (TOEIC 900+, IELTS 7+)
Nice to Have
Master's Degree in relevant field or advanced certifications
Phenomenal teammate with a forward-thinking mindset, ability and confidence to challenge the status quo

WHAT'S ON OFFER

Our Client can offer exciting development opportunities through expanded lateral roles, stretch assignments or people leadership.
Some of our opportunities
Growth:
We can help you with the tools to grow your skills, salary and self.
Salary growth is important and we are committed to this growth for our team.
We are continually looking for learning opportunities for our team to get involved in.
Achieving valuable experience with a variety of international projects & new innovative technologies.
Culture & Professional Environment:
Dynamic working environment with friendly, open-minded, young and supportive colleagues.
Cooperative: Promoting teamwork, cooperation and shared knowledge.
N+
International: A professional English, French & Vietnamese-speaking working environment.
Regular team building activities.
Working conditions:
Competitive salary, 13th month bonus plus monthly, quarterly and per-project bonus.
Health insurance covered.
Spacious office space, convenient transportation in the center.
Casual and comfortable work clothes.
Equipment provided (laptop and accessories).
Flexible working time: 8 hours per day. 5 days/week
Work From Home/Remote work Support.
Other regimes according to Vietnam's regulations/laws.

CONTACT

PEGASI – IT Recruitment Consultancy | Email: recruit@pegasi.com.vn | Tel: +84 28 3622 8666
We are PEGASI – IT Recruitment Consultancy in Vietnam. If you are looking for new opportunity for your career path, kindly visit our website www.pegasi.com.vn for your reference. Thank you!

Job Summary

Company Type:

Outsourcing

Technical Skills:

NodeJS

Location:

Ha Noi - Viet Nam

Working Policy:

Salary:

Negotiation

Job ID:

J01338

Status:

Close

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