Description

About Schoolnet

Schoolnet is a leading education company committed to transforming learning outcomes through technology-driven solutions. We build scalable, technology-driven learning platforms that enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement across K12 education.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Team Lead – Node.js Developer to lead the backend development of our education technology platforms. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical leader responsible for system architecture, backend scalability, team mentorship, and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead the backend development using Node.js for Schoolnet’s technology platforms.
• Define and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance backend architectures.
• Own API design, microservices architecture, and backend integrations.
• Ensure best practices in coding standards, security, and performance optimization.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of backend developers.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Collaborate closely with frontend, mobile, QA, product, and DevOps teams.
• Support sprint planning, task estimation, and delivery timelines.

Product & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Managers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in technical discussions, architecture reviews, and solution design.
• Ensure alignment between business goals and technical implementation.

Operations & Quality

• Ensure application reliability, scalability, and availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
• Drive continuous improvement in development and deployment processes.

Technical Skills & Requirements

Must-Have Skills

• Strong expertise in Node.js, Express.js, or NestJS.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in databases: MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AWS / Azure / GCP cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git).

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with GraphQL.
• Exposure to Redis, Kafka, or message queues.
• Experience in EdTech or large-scale consumer applications.
• Understanding of system design and scalability for high-traffic applications.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Clear communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ownership mindset with a focus on quality and delivery.
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Why Join Schoolnet?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact EdTech platforms
• Lead and shape backend systems used at scale across schools.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work culture.
• Competitive compensation and learning opportunities.