Lead Software Developer | Sr| Software Engineer| Sr| Software Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Programmer / Developer is responsible to: • Manage and deliver projects from conceptualization / visualization to technology mapping and final execution including scope / change requests. • Define, develop, and document software business requirements, objectives, deliverable, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users / team. • Analyse and assess existing business systems and procedures. • Pilot testing, researching end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues, and ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products. • Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades. • Supervise, delegate, mentor, and provide technical guidance / support to the junior programmers / developers / designers / SEO / SEM team including working with them to finalize the DB schema. • Interact with team to create technical specifications from business & functional requirements. • Improve the technical competence of the team through continuous training & development. • Review & improve code, performance, stability, and scalability of deliverables. • Monitor development & unit-testing activities and report project progress • Optimally utilise the available resources. • Liaise with vendors for efficient implementation of new software products or systems and for resolution of any adaptation issues. • Generate statistics and reports to management on the status of the programming process. • Develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines. • Any other responsibilities as directed by any Higher Officials. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS • Need to consult with COO / Managing Director / Joint Director • Need to have smooth contacts with all Customers, Staff Members and External Advisors • Need to attend periodical Performance Improvement Meetings as required • Daily structured reporting to Managing Director CHALLENGES • While dealing with Customers and Staff Members, they may expect their problems to be solved immediately and the challenge is to manage their expectations. • Need to effectively communicate developments and problems identified to the respective staff and authorities in such a way that they will not become defensive and are receptive to suggestions. • Sensitive to needs and expectations of superior / colleagues / subordinates who are of different backgrounds. JOB (MAN) SPECIFICATION • Extensive knowledge of software development and its technologies. • Strong knowledge of JavaScript, C++, PHP, and SQL; coding; user interfaces; HTML and web frameworks. • Updated with industry trends and technology developments. • Hands-on experience in research methodology, statistical analysis, operation research, and pilot testing. • Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws. • Proven supervisory skills, interpersonal and communication skills, managing time, analytical skills, problem-solving skills, effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. • B.Tech. IT / B.E. CS qualified • M.Tech. / M.E. / M.B.A. / M.C.A. qualification is a plus