Team Lead - Full-Stack (React / Next.js NestJS)

We are looking for a Team Lead who is still hands-on with code but also owns delivery - leading a small team of developers, running client discussions, and making sure projects ship on time and to a high standard.You will spend part of your time building (architecture, tricky features, reviews) and part of it leading (planning, mentoring, and client communication).This is a role for someone who writes strong code and can also be trusted in front of a client and at the front of a team.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical (hands-on)Own the architecture and technical decisions for your projects.Write and review code across the stack - React/Next.js front-ends and NestJS APIs on PostgreSQL.Set and enforce coding standards, review pull requests, and keep the codebase clean and scalable.Solve the hardest parts of a build and unblock the team.Team managementLead a small team of developers - plan sprints, assign work, and track progress.Mentor and grow engineers through reviews, pairing, and feedback.Estimate effort, break down scope, and manage delivery timelines and risks.Ensure quality through testing, QA coordination, and clean releases.Client managementJoin client calls and discussions - gather requirements, explain technical choices in simple terms, and set expectations.Translate client needs into clear scope, tasks, and deliverables.Give regular updates, demos, and status reports; handle scope changes professionally.Act as the technical point of contact through delivery and UAT.Must-Have SkillsTechnicalStrong full-stack experience with React (v19) and Next.js (v16, App Router).TypeScript, Tailwind CSS (v4), TanStack Query, React Router DOM, Zustand.Node.js (v24) and NestJS (v11) - REST APIs, JWT auth, RBAC.PostgreSQL with Prisma ORM - schema design and optimization.Solid grasp of clean architecture, SOLID principles, and scalable design.Strong Git workflow and code-review discipline.Leadership & communicationProven experience leading or mentoring a small development team.Excellent communication - able to run client meetings and explain technical topics clearly.Strong ownership, planning, and delivery mindset.Good to HaveRedis and queues (BullMQ), Docker and containers.Linux / VPS deployment (e.g. Hostinger), Nginx, SSL.CI/CD (GitHub Actions), Swagger / OpenAPI.Monorepo tooling (Turborepo) and pnpm.Testing (Jest / Vitest), payment (Razorpay) and messaging/WhatsApp integrations.Experience estimating and scoping projects for clients.Cloud exposure (AWS / GCP) and observability/logging.What Makes You a FitYou lead by example - your code and your standards set the bar.You are calm and clear with clients, and supportive with your team.You own delivery end to end and take responsibility for outcomes.You balance shipping fast with keeping quality high.Qualifications2+ years of full-stack development experience, including some team leadership.A track record of delivered products (portfolio, GitHub, or live projects).Degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.What We OfferOwnership of real products and a team, with direct impact.A modern, best-practices tech stack - no legacy baggage.A clear path into engineering management or principal-level roles.Competitive salary based on skill and experience.