Tech Lead - SE

Company Description

Ivy is a global, cutting-edge software and support services provider, partnering with one of the world's biggest online gaming and entertainment groups. Founded in 2001, we've grown from a small tech company in Hyderabad to one creating innovative software solutions used by millions of consumers around the world, with billions of transactions taking place to head even some of the biggest technology giants. Focused on quality at scale, we deliver excellence to our customers day in and day out, with everyone working together to make what sometimes feels impossible, possible.

This means that not only do you get to work for a dynamic organization delivering pioneering technology, gaming and business solutions, you can also have an exciting and entertaining career. At Ivy, Bright Minds Shine Brighter. 



Job Description

As a Tech Lead will autonomously oversee the end-to-end delivery of a cross-functional team, collaborating closely with the Product Owner (PO) to plan and achieve desired outcomes while reporting results. This role involves ensuring high-quality technical contributions, addressing risks, and fostering a sustainable and efficient delivery process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery Management: Oversee the delivery of complex projects, ensuring predictability, quality, and efficiency. Track and report on all deliveries and Non-Functional Requirement (NFR) metrics.
• Risk Mitigation: Collaborate with Product and Development counterparts to proactively identify and address technical and architectural risks, including system downtime and data security issues.
• Design Accountability: Actively participate in design reviews and hold accountability for system designs within the team.
• Trade-off Negotiation: Skillfully negotiate scope, speed, and quality trade-offs with the Product Owner.
• Team Guidance: Transform complex projects into individual responsibilities and collaborate with team members to create detailed execution plans. Monitor team pace and instill a sense of urgency while preventing burnout.
• Mentorship: Mentor engineers, primarily Software Engineers I and II, and assist in their development and career management, including performance reviews and promotions.
• Recruitment: Engage in the hiring process, conducting interviews and assisting with headcount planning.
• Knowledge Sharing: Actively share knowledge through workshops and advisory sessions and participate in cross-team technical initiatives.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Java Expertise: Proficient in Java and frameworks like Spring Boot and Hibernate.
• Web Services: Strong background in RESTful APIs and web services.
• Databases: Experience with SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• DevOps Tools: Knowledge of Jenkins, Git, Maven, and Gradle.

Qualifications:

• Extensive software development experience, particularly in Java.
• Proven leadership in delivering complex projects.
• Familiar with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of scripting (Python/Bash), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and microservices architecture.

Additional Information

At Ivy, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning. Working for us you can expect to receive great benefits like:

• Safe home pickup and home drop (Hyderabad Office Only)
• Group Mediclaim policy
• Group Critical Illness policy
• Communication & Relocation allowance
• Annual Health check

And outside of this, you'll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes. Join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.  

Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.

At Ivy, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, across any protected characteristic, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated.