Software Project Team Leader — Fandaqah Tech
- الخبر
- دائم
- دوام كامل
Position: Software Engineering Team Lead
Reports To: CTO
Location: Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-TimeRole Overview
We are looking for an experienced Software Project Team Leader to oversee and guide our software development team. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, leadership, and project management skills to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Laravel, Vue.js, MySQL, and Agile project management using JIRA.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership
- Guide the team in making architectural decisions and selecting appropriate frameworks.
- Establish and enforce coding standards and best practices.
- Perform regular code reviews to ensure reliability, maintainability, and high-quality software.
- Own and oversee the complete software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering and analysis to final delivery.
- Manage projects using Agile methodology (JIRA) to track progress, prioritize tasks, and ensure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
- Drive continuous improvements in delivery speed, code quality, and overall efficiency.
- Define clear objectives and KPIs for the development team.
- Foster a collaborative, positive, and high-performance culture.
- Mentor and coach team members, conducting regular performance reviews and supporting professional growth.
- Partner with product owners, business teams, and stakeholders to align roadmaps and requirements.
- Translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly communication for non-technical stakeholders and clients.
- Serve as a bridge between technical and business teams to ensure alignment.
- Identify and assess potential technical, operational, and project risks.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Support the recruitment, onboarding, and development of top engineering talent.
- Help scale and strengthen the software engineering team by building strong capabilities.
- Develop, implement, and track key performance metrics (e.g., team velocity, defect rates, deployment frequency).
- Report progress, risks, and performance insights to senior management.
Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical Expertise
- Strong experience in Laravel, Vue.js, MySQL, and related modern frameworks.
- Solid understanding of software engineering principles, scalable architecture, and system optimization.
- Experience with Agile methodology and project tracking tools (JIRA).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions) and DevOps practices.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring software development teams.
- Ability to set clear goals, drive accountability, and foster collaboration.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively present technical and project updates to stakeholders, management, and clients.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, risks, and opportunities.
- Capability to make informed, data-driven decisions balancing technical and business needs.
What We Offer
- An innovative, growth-driven work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- The chance to lead impactful projects in the SaaS and hospitality technology space.
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