As the Lead Software Engineer at Navya Advisors Limited, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural direction and technological foundation of our products and systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mindset, hands-on experience in Django, and a solid understanding of DevOps practices. 

You will be responsible for managing the full software development lifecycle—from architectural design to deployment—while also leading and mentoring a team of engineers. Your contributions will directly impact the scalability, resilience, and innovation of our platform as we scale our business in the financial services space.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Leadership: Design and lead the implementation of scalable, maintainable, and secure system architectures for core products and platforms.
• Technology Strategy: Collaborate with the CTO and product leadership to align technical solutions with business objectives and long-term vision.
• Project Ownership: Oversee projects independently from planning to production deployment, ensuring alignment with timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Hands-on Development: Lead by example with active involvement in backend development using Django and related technologies.
• DevOps Integration: Implement CI/CD pipelines, monitor application performance, and ensure seamless cloud deployments using modern DevOps tools and practices.
• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and guide engineers, promoting a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Quality & Standards: Ensure all code and systems meet high standards for security, performance, and maintainability.

Required Qualifications : 

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience, including 3+ years in technical leadership or architecture roles.
• Proven experience designing and deploying complex Django-based applications in production environments.
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Solid experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Proficiency in software design principles, distributed systems, and RESTful API development.
• Experience with modern databases (SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies, and message brokers.

Preferred Qualifications : 

• Experience with microservices-based architectures.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code and automated deployment pipelines.
• Understanding of security best practices including secure coding, authentication, and data protection.

Leadership & Communication  :

• Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams.
• Strong mentoring skills and a passion for helping others grow.
• Clear and concise communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to navigate complex technical decisions and guide the team through ambiguity and change.

What We Offer :

• Innovative Environment: A culture that supports innovation, learning, and autonomy.
• Growth Opportunity: A strategic leadership role with visibility and influence across the organization.
• Competitive Compensation: Salary, performance bonuses, and benefits in line with experience and contribution.
• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team reshaping the financial services landscape in Nepal and beyond.