Technical Lead - Fully Remote

Things to know before applying:

you must have your own work equipment
you are able to work remotely
you can work full-time for this role
experience working with clients/companies outside PH is an advantage
only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted
Job Description:

We're looking for a Tech Lead to join our project team, to lead the development of a comprehensive platform that centralizes the management of clients, subcontractors, jobs, projects, equipment, suppliers, and system settings.

Technologies: React with TypeScript (frontend), Node.js with TypeScript (backend), PostgreSQL (database), AWS (hosting)

Must Have Skills (Hands-on commercial experience)

Core Skills: Strong technical leadership, project management, requirements gathering and analysis, system architecture design, code review, and mentoring capabilities
Technical Experience:
5+ years of experience with full-stack development
Strong TypeScript expertise
React development (including state management solutions)
Node.js development
RESTful API design and implementation
Database design and PostgreSQL
AWS cloud infrastructure
Required Tools: Git, JIRA or similar project management tools, CI/CD pipelines
Nice To Have Skills (Hands-on commercial experience)

Additional Skills:
Experience with Tailwind CSS
Firebase Firestore implementation
Microservices architecture
Xero API integration
User authentication and authorization systems
Planned Technical Changes: We're moving to a more robust and scalable architecture, so experience with system migration or greenfield implementations with legacy system integration is valuable.
Advantageous Knowledge: Experience with financial systems, invoicing workflows, or business process automation
Specific Industry Experience

Necessity: Industry experience is not required
Helpful Knowledge: Familiarity with equipment rental, project management, or contractor management systems would be beneficial but not essential
Qualifications

Experience Level: Senior level with 7+ years of software development experience and at least 2 years in a technical leadership role
Formal Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred but not required if compensated by equivalent experience
Transferable Skills: We're open to candidates from diverse technical backgrounds who can demonstrate leadership, project management, and relevant technical expertise
Other Requirements

Soft Skills:
Excellent communication skills
Team leadership and mentoring abilities
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Stakeholder management
Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications
Time management and organizational skills
Decision-Making: This role involves significant decision-making responsibility for technical architecture, development approach, team coordination, and project timelines
Deal Breakers

Rejection Reasons:
Lack of hands-on development experience with our core technologies
Inability to demonstrate successful technical leadership in previous roles
Poor communication skills or inability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
Strong TypeScript experience
Experience with both React and Node.js
Project management capabilities
Ability to start by April 28, 2025
Hiring Process:

Phone screening
Technical Test
Behavioral interview
Client interview
About Adaca:

Adaca is at the forefront of bridging software development solutions by connecting Australian mid-tier companies with top-tier talents in the Philippines. Our unique approach is rooted in creating an employee-centric experience that fosters a simple, low-pressure environment for our developers. This philosophy not only enhances productivity but also delivers unparalleled value to our clients, fostering a cycle of growth and talent attraction.