Role Summary

We are seeking a Lead Engineer with extensive expertise in eCommerce architecture frameworks, particularly Microservices and Micro-frontend Architecture. You will lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance solutions for our cloud-hosted eCommerce platforms. This role requires collaboration with product managers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to modernize systems and deliver exceptional business capabilities.

As part of the eCommerce team, you will work with both business and technology teams to design and develop in-house data-driven solutions for complex decision-making problems using computer science, analytics, mathematical optimization, and machine learning. You will also work closely with product and program management to derive application requirements, set expectations, communicate progress and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the design and development of scalable full-stack applications using Java (Spring Boot) for the backend and React with TypeScript on the frontend




- Define system architecture patterns for distributed systems, ensuring resilience, scalability, and maintainability
- Develop and optimize RESTful APIs, microservices, and integration with messaging systems like Kafka, Solace, or Azure Event Hub
- Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other engineers to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
- Champion best practices in code quality, CI/CD, testing, and performance optimization
- Guide junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
- Participate in architecture reviews, system design discussions, and capacity planning
Requirements

Years of Experience:

Minimum of 8 years of experience in an eCommerce and engineering lead role.

Minimum of 4 years of experience working with high-traffic, large-scale distributed systems and cloud platforms.
Basic Quali

📌 Lead Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Staples India
📍 Chennai