Full Stack Lead Developer (Python/React) – Principal Level/Remote

Job Title: Full Stack Lead Developer (Python/React) – Principal Level

Location: Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Lead Developer at the Principal level to design, develop, and lead scalable web applications using Python (backend) and React (frontend). This role requires strong technical leadership, architectural expertise, and hands-on development capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of full stack applications using Python and React

• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance systems

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements

• Review code, enforce best practices, and ensure high-quality deliverables

• Drive adoption of modern development practices (CI/CD, microservices, cloud-native)

• Optimize application performance and scalability

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

• Participate in hiring and team building

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in Python frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI)

• Expertise in React.js, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3

• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture

• Proficiency in database technologies (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)

• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)

• Strong understanding of system design and architecture

• Experience with version control systems (Git)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code

• Knowledge of GraphQL and event-driven architectures

• Exposure to AI/ML integrations is a plus

• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to drive technical vision and strategy

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in large-scale distributed systems

• Open-source contributions or technical blogging

• Prior experience in a Principal or Architect role