Job Description

Technical Team Lead (Hands-On)

Experience: 6-7 years
Location: On-site (Coimbatore, Chennai, Cochin)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation (CTC): Up to ?18 LPA (all-inclusive, based on experience and fit)

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Technical Team Lead who actively contributes to development while taking ownership of day-to-day execution for a small engineering team.

This role is ideal for a strong senior engineer transitioning into a leadership role, with guidance and growth opportunity. The focus is on delivery ownership, code quality, and team coordination -- not org-wide strategy or people management at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-On Development

Write, review, and maintain production-quality code Work on backend with python and/or frontend components based on project needs Debug and resolve issues across development and production environments Follow clean coding practices and basic testing standards
Team Execution & Coordination

Support task breakdown and work allocation for a small team (3-5 engineers) Track day-to-day execution and surface delivery risks early Help keep sprint commitments on track Assist in code reviews and ensure adherence to agreed standards Act as the first point of contact for technical clarifications within the team
Collaboration

Work closely with Product and QA to clarify requirements and timelines Communicate progress, risks, and blockers clearly Seek guidance when needed and apply feedback constructively
Required Skills & Experience (Must-Have)

6-7 years of hands-on software development experience Strong expertise in at least one primary tech stack (frontend or backend with Python Exposure to both frontend and backend with python development, or deep experience in one with the ability to work across the other based on project needs Prior experience acting as a module lead, feature lead, or informal team lead Strong fundamentals in APIs, system design basics, and debugging Basic cloud or deployment awareness (any platform) Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows Experience working in Agile development environments Clear communication, ownership mindset, and willingness to mentor
Nice to Have

Prior experience in fast-paced or startup environments Experience supporting delivery coordination or sprint execution Exposure to production systems
Growth Opportunity

This role offers a clear growth path toward stronger technical leadership, based on demonstrated ownership, delivery impact, and team collaboration over time.

Benefits

Health insurance, paid leave, and performance-based growth opportunities.

Note

We value strong fundamentals, adaptability, and ownership over specific tools or buzzwords.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?1,200,000.00 - ?1,800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person