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Softnotions Technologies (P) Ltd

Module No. B, 6th Floor, Bhavani Building, Phase-I Campus, Technopark, Trivandrum, 695 581 , 695 581

Lead MERN Stack Developer

Closing Date:08,Apr 2026
Job Published: 31,Mar 2026

Brief Description

We are looking for a Lead MERN Stack Developer with strong hands-on expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js, along with proven experience in technical leadership, architecture decisions, and team mentoring. The role involves owning end-to-end development, ensuring code quality, scalability, security, and guiding the team to deliver high-performance web applications.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable MERN stack applications.
  • Define application architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
  • Review code, enforce quality standards, and ensure performance optimization.
  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers.
  • Design and develop RESTful APIs and backend services.
  • Handle authentication, authorization, security, and data protection.
  • Implement asynchronous request handling and performance optimization.
  • Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize Node.js applications.
  • Develop responsive, reusable UI components using React.js.
  • Work with Hooks, Redux, Context API, and modern React patterns.
  • Translate wireframes and UI/UX designs into functional interfaces.
  • Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
  • Design schemas and manage collections in MongoDB.
  • Integrate NoSQL data storage solutions efficiently.
  • Optimize database queries and ensure data integrity.
  • Manage code using Git and follow Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA, and stakeholders.
  • Handle deployment, production releases, and post-release support.
  • Ensure application scalability, availability, and monitoring readiness.
  • Act as a technical owner for MERN-based applications
  • Balance hands-on coding with team leadership
  • Drive continuous improvement, learning, and innovation
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions
 

Preferred Skills

Core MERN Skills

  • JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript
  • Node.js, Express.js
  • React.js, Next.js (SSR, SSG, routing, performance optimization)
  • Hooks, Redux, Context API
  • MongoDB, Mongoose
  • REST APIs & API testing (Postman)
  • HTML5, CSS3, Responsive Design
  • UI state management and component lifecycle understanding
  • Node.js debugging and performance tuning
  • Authentication, authorization, and data protection practices
  • Understanding of asynchronous programming (Promises, async/await)

Tools & Methodologies

  • Git, Jira
  • Agile / Scrum development practices
  • Unit & integration testing

Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and complex requirements
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Proven experience leading teams and meeting delivery timelines
  • Business-oriented mindset with focus on outcomes and value delivery

Good to Have

  • Experience with cloud deployment (AWS / Azure / GCP)
  • Basic awareness of AI/ML and tools like ChatGPT
  • Experience with performance testing and optimization
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines

Role Expectations

  • Act as a technical owner for MERN-based applications
  • Balance hands-on coding with team leadership
  • Drive continuous improvement, learning, and innovation
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions

Qualifications

  • B.Tech / BCA / M.Tech / MCA or equivalent
  • 6+ years of professional experience in MERN stack development
  • Prior experience as a Lead / Senior Developer preferred