IT Software Development Lead (Python + Angular) - Local Citizen

Job Role: Software Development Lead (Python + Angular)

Employer: (Information Technology (IT) services and digital solutions company)

Job Type: 12 months contract based (Extendable/Renewable based on performance)

Working Mode: On Site

Experience: Minimum 6+ years of software development experience with at least 3+ years in a Development Lead or Senior Tech Lead role

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead the design and development of Python-based microservices for the Billing System, Omnichannel Hub, and AI Chatbot/Voicebot modules


• Translate functional specifications and solution designs from the BA team into well-structured, testable, and maintainable code


• Manage and mentor a team of Senior Developers and Developers, providing technical coaching, code reviews, and constructive feedback


• Own the sprint backlog for assigned modules including task estimation, prioritisation, and delivery commitment


• Design and implement REST API endpoints, service contracts, and inter-service communication patterns for assigned modules


• Develop Angular frontend components for the Omnichannel Hub operator console and AI Chatbot management interface


• Collaborate with the API Gateway Development Lead to define and implement API Gateway routing, authentication, and rate limiting policies


• Ensure backend services meet performance, scalability, and security requirements defined in the NFR document


• Manage database schema design, migration scripts, and query performance for MariaDB and ClickHouse components


• Participate in integration testing coordination with the Test Lead and ensure defect resolution SLAs are met


• Contribute to DevSecOps practices including unit test coverage, static code analysis, and secure coding standards


• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including API specifications, database schemas, and deployment runbooks

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline


• Minimum 12 years of software development experience with at least 3 years in a Development Lead or Senior Tech Lead role


• Expert-level Python development skills including Django REST Framework or FastAPI, asynchronous processing, and microservices design patterns


• Strong Angular (v12+) frontend skills including TypeScript, RxJS, component architecture, and state management


• Proven experience in billing system, financial system, or revenue management platform development at enterprise scale


• Deep understanding of RESTful API design, API contracts, and microservices inter-communication


• Experience integrating AI/NLP chatbot platforms with enterprise systems


• Proficiency in MariaDB and ClickHouse or equivalent analytical databases


• Strong knowledge of messaging systems such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Azure Service Bus


• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerisation, and Kubernetes basics


• Proficiency in Agile/Scrum practices, Jira, and Confluence


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, multi-location team