Job Description:
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Lead Full Stack Engineer (L40) to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade technology solutions. This is a strategic, client-facing leadership role with ownership of architecture, engineering direction, and end-to-end delivery across application, cloud, and data platforms.
The role requires a strong blend of technical depth and leadership capability, acting as a leader among developers, mentoring teams, driving best practices, and ensuring the creation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.
Core Responsibilities
Full Stack Software Engineering
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Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade web applications
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Build scalable front-end solutions using React and TypeScript
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Develop back-end services and APIs using Node.js and Python
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Architect end-to-end workflows across distributed systems
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Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues across the stack
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Define coding standards, design patterns, and scalability frameworks
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Mentor and guide engineering teams to ensure high-quality delivery
API & Integration Architecture
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Design and architect scalable REST APIs
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Lead integration strategy across third-party platforms and SaaS systems
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Define and implement secure authentication frameworks (OAuth, SSO, JWT)
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Own API lifecycle management including versioning, governance, and standards
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Establish reusable and secure API design principles
Azure Cloud Architecture & Governance
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Act as Azure Super Administrator across environments
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Design and govern Azure cloud infrastructure and architecture
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Oversee App Registrations and Enterprise Application strategy
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Lead Entra ID (Azure AD), SSO integration, RBAC design, and identity governance
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Enforce cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks
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Drive performance, reliability, and cost optimization strategies
Data & Platform Architecture
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Define enterprise-level data platform and pipeline architecture
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Oversee ingestion frameworks and system integration patterns
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Guide data modeling and database design for SaaS platforms
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Partner with data teams to ensure scalable and governed data ecosystems
Database Engineering
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Architect and standardize relational database schemas
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Oversee query performance optimization and scalability strategies
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Govern usage of PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and related technologies
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Establish data quality, integrity, and governance practices
AI Solutions Engineering (Strategic Oversight)
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Drive adoption of AI-powered capabilities across products
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Define and lead LLM integration strategy within applications
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Establish architectural patterns for AI-enabled workflows
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Guide engineering teams on delivering AI-enhanced SaaS features
DevOps & CI/CD Governance
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Define source control standards and branching strategies
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Architect and oversee CI/CD pipelines and release processes
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Drive automation and reliability in deployment workflows
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Oversee environment management across Dev, QA, and Production
Security & Governance
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Architect secure application and API ecosystems
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Oversee authentication, authorization, and access control frameworks
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Enforce enterprise-wide security standards and compliance controls
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Lead security reviews, risk mitigation, and audit alignment
Enterprise Security & Identity Governance
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Azure Subscription Owner
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Enterprise Application Owner
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Azure App Registration Owner
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SSO & OAuth2 Architecture
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Identity Governance and RBAC Design
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Access Management Strategy and API Security Architecture
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Secret Management and Security Governance
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Vendor Security Assessments and Risk Management
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Production Access and Infrastructure Governance
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Final authority for security reviews and approvals
Platform Governance (Retool)
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Own governance and architecture of Retool platform usage
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Define application design standards and integration frameworks
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Establish access control, environment strategy, and platform governance
Leadership & Client Engagement
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Act as a technical leader and escalation point across teams
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Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to shape solutions
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Lead architecture discussions, design reviews, and technical strategy
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Mentor and develop engineers across multiple teams
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Drive cross-functional collaboration and engineering excellence
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Contribute to long-term technology roadmap and innovation strategy
Required Qualifications (Must Have)
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5+ years of experience in cloud architecture (Azure preferred)
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5+ years of experience in API design and integrations
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5+ years of experience in data engineering and platform design
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Proven experience building enterprise SaaS applications end-to-end
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Strong expertise in React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Python
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Experience designing scalable APIs and distributed systems
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Strong knowledge of OAuth2, SSO, JWT authentication frameworks
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Hands-on experience with Azure services (Entra ID, RBAC, App Registrations)
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Advanced SQL and database design expertise
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Proven ability to troubleshoot complex production systems
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Strong understanding of security, governance, and compliance frameworks
Preferred / Good to Have
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Experience with AI/LLM integrations and prompt engineering
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Familiarity with Retool platform development
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Azure subscription ownership or admin-level experience
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Experience with cloud monitoring and cost optimization
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Exposure to advanced identity governance and enterprise security models
Preferred Media Domain Experience
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Programmatic advertising systems (DSP, SSP)
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Personalization and recommendation platforms
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Identity resolution and post-cookie ecosystem
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Marketing analytics, attribution, and campaign optimization systems
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Ad-tech ecosystem – digital advertising platforms, targeting, campaign optimization, and performance measurement
Location:
DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata N1 Block
Brand:
Merkle
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
