Lead Developer (POSITION OPEN)
About Naxxar Technology
Naxxar Technology is pioneering the future of the supply chain and container shipping industry with groundbreaking solutions focused on visibility and sustainability. Our commitment is to revolutionize the industry by providing advanced, cost-effective, and eco- friendly supply chain data. Our state-of-the-art tracking solutions ensure multi-modal end-to-end shipment visibility and enable transport emissions assessments. Designed for resilience and long battery life, our devices can be deployed across road, rail, or air shipments, empowering businesses to make informed, sustainable decisions.
Position Overview
The Lead Developer is tasked with guiding the technical direction of the development team, ensuring all technological initiatives are in alignment with business strategies and goals. This position provides entry level into leadership to the development team, manages the creation and implementation of software solutions, and promotes innovation to maintain the company's competitive advantage
Key Responsibilities
Development Strategy: Formulate and execute the company's software development strategy to match business objectives.
Leadership: Guide and manage the development team, including recruitment, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation of team members.
Innovation: Encourage a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of development projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to understand their tech needs and provide solutions that boost overall business performance.
Technical Expertise: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to keep the company competitive.
Vendor Management: Handle relationships with external technology vendors and service providers.
Software Integration: Manage subscriptions and billing with third-party software providers and SaaS platforms.
Security and Compliance: Ensure the company's software solutions are secure and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience: Proven experience as a Lead Developer or a similar role in the tech sector, especially with small teams at TRL-6 and above.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in web development, cloud computing, and data management. Specific experience with the MERN stack, GCP App Engine, MongoDB Atlas, and AWS SageMaker is a MUST.
Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and managerial abilities, with experience mentoring and developing team members.
Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Innovation: A proven track record of driving innovation and implementing new technologies to support business growth.
Additional Experience: Experience managing teams at pre-seed stages, with a background in logistics or climate technology being advantageous.
Location
Liverpool, UK.