Software Engineer Team Lead
Job Description
Software Engineer Team Lead Where you’ll work India (Bangalore or Remote) Engineering at GoTo At GoTo, we’re passionate about building powerful, flexible-work software that empowers individuals to thrive professionally and personally. We’re also dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone’s unique perspective is valued. When you join a GoTo product team, you’ll play a vital role in this process, seeing your work used by millions of users worldwide. With plenty of opportunities for growth and learning, blaze your own trail with us.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Architecture Lead and mentor a team of frontend/fullstack engineers (4–10 members) Own end-to-end frontend and fullstack architecture across projects Drive design decisions for scalable, maintainable, and high-performance systems Define best practices for Next.js, API integration, and headless CMS architecture Ensure proper implementation of SSR, SSG, and ISR strategies Lead technical discussions and solution design with stakeholders Team Leadership & Mentorship Lead and mentor a team of frontend/fullstack engineers Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards Ensure high engineering quality and accountability within the team Collaborate with product owners, QA, UI teams, and business stakeholders. Drive sprint planning, estimation, documentation, and project governance Development (Hands-on) Contribute to development using Next.js (mandatory), React Build and review backend services using Node.js (preferred), .NET Design and integrate REST/GraphQL APIs Support critical production issues and complex debugging Headless CMS & Personalization Lead integration with headless CMS platforms (Sitecore XM Cloud / JSS preferred) Drive CMS-based dynamic rendering and component-driven architecture Implement personalization strategies using CDP, A/B testing, or AI-driven recommendations Delivery & Stakeholder Management Collaborate with engineering manager, product owner, designers, QA and cross-functional teams Own sprint planning, estimation, and delivery commitments Ensure timely delivery of high-quality features Communicate technical solutions effectively to stakeholders AI & Innovation Drive adoption of AI tools and automation in development workflows Explore AI-driven personalization and optimization opportunities Promote innovation and continuous improvement within the team Required Skills & Qualifications 8–12 years of software engineering experience with at least 2+ years in a lead role Expertise in Node.js/.NET, Next.js, React Strong understanding of API-driven architecture and CMS integration Deep understanding of SSR, SSG, and ISR Experience with performance optimization and Core Web Vitals Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills Strong experience with Sitecore AI, Sitecore Personalize, CDP, and Experience Platform. Hands-on experience with Next.js, React, and headless Sitecore development. Deep knowledge of Sitecore XM Cloud and cloud-native architectures. Strong understanding of personalization, A/B testing, experimentation, and optimization. Experience with REST APIs, Graph Ql, Azure DevOps CI/CD. Experience with Vercel deployments Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skill Good-to-Have Skills Experience with Sitecore Personalize / CDP Cloud platforms: AWS / Azure / GCP A/B testing and analytics tools At GoTo, diversity and inclusion are key to creating a thriving and dynamic work environment. Our team of GoGetters is driven to learn, explore, connect, and collaborate, valuing the unique perspectives that everyone brings to the table. We take pride in providing our employees with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, recognition, and opportunities for learning and development worldwide. Our commitment to creating an inclusive space for everyone, regardless of gender, identity, or background, ensures that all team members can contribute to our success and thrive personally and professionally. Learn more Apply To This Job