Technical Lead (Node.js | React | TypeScript)

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality web applications usingNode.js,TypeScript, andReact (18+) • Design and implementRESTful APIsand integrate with external systems • Build responsive and performant UIs usingTailwind CSSandTanStack Query • Implement robustauthentication and authorizationusing OAuth, OIDC, and session-based mechanisms • Ensure high code quality withVitesttesting frameworks • Write efficient and maintainable SQL queries and optimize database interactions • Manage source code effectively usingGitand collaborate via code reviews and branching workflows • UtilizeAI-powered coding assistants(e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to improve productivity and maintain code quality • Work withLinux-based environmentsfor development and deployment • Collaborate with designers, product managers, and backend teams to deliver seamless features

This is a remote position. Job Title:Lead Software Engineer (Node.js | React | TypeScript) Location:Remote Employment Type:Full-time Experience Level:8-10+ Years Work Roster:9AM-5PM Melbourne Time Who You Are If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you: • You take ownership of your work and enjoy delivering end-to-end features that make an impact. • You write clean, maintainable code and care about quality, from testing and CI/CD to thoughtful reviews. • You love solving problems, whether it’s debugging, optimising, or shaping architecture. • You’re a true team player who values open collaboration, feedback, and shared growth. • You’re always learning, exploring new tech, side projects, or AI innovations that keep you sharp. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilledLead Software Engineerwith strong expertise in modern web technologies to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will be proficient inNode.js, TypeScript, and React (v18+), with a solid understanding of backend and frontend development, testing frameworks, API integrations, and authentication mechanisms. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Candidates who can effectively leverage AI tools to optimise their development workflow will stand out. Key Responsibilities • Develop, test, and maintain high-quality web applications usingNode.js,TypeScript, andReact (18+) • Design and implementRESTful APIsand integrate with external systems • Build responsive and performant UIs usingTailwind CSSandTanStack Query • Implement robustauthentication and authorizationusing OAuth, OIDC, and session-based mechanisms • Ensure high code quality withVitesttesting frameworks • Write efficient and maintainable SQL queries and optimize database interactions • Manage source code effectively usingGitand collaborate via code reviews and branching workflows • UtilizeAI-powered coding assistants(e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to improve productivity and maintain code quality • Work withLinux-based environmentsfor development and deployment • Collaborate with designers, product managers, and backend teams to deliver seamless features Core Requirements • Proficiency inNode.jsandTypeScript • Strong experience withReact (v18+)and modern React patterns • Familiarity withVitestorJesttesting frameworks • Proficiency inSQLand relational database concepts • Skilled inTailwind CSSandTanStack Query • Strong understanding ofOAuth,OIDC, andsession-based authentication • Experience inAPI developmentandexternal API integrations • Competent in usingbasic Linux command line tools • Strong command overGitfor version control and collaboration • Demonstrated ability tomaximize AI toolsfor enhanced development efficiency Highly Desirable Requirements • Experience withBunandHonoframeworks • Familiarity withAWS CDKfor infrastructure as code • Knowledge ofPostgreSQLandDrizzle ORM • Hands-on experience withDockerandcontainer-based development • Experience incontainer-based testing(e.g.,Testcontainers) • Exposure tomonorepo-based developmentenvironments • Proficiency withVS Codeand productivity-enhancing extensions Originally posted on Himalayas Fullstack-Development, Web-Development, Software-Engineer, Technology-Leadership, Backend-Development, Technical-Lead-(Node.Js), Lead-Full-Stack-Engineer-React-Node.Js, Senior-Technical-Lead-JavaScript, Technical-Lead-Full-Stack-Developer, Technical-Development-Lead, Technical-Lead