Lead Software Engineer - React & TypeScript

Solera is a global leader in data and software services, transforming the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. We also protect homes and digital identities. With over 300 million digital transactions annually, serving ~235,000 partners and customers in over 90 countries, our 6,500 team members drive innovation through cognitive solutions and automation.

As a Lead Software Engineer in Bengaluru/Bangalore, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications, primarily using React and TypeScript. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features, ensuring application performance, quality, and responsiveness. This role demands a strong grasp of software engineering principles and a commitment to building scalable, efficient solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining web applications with React and TypeScript.
• Designing and optimizing Single Page Applications (SPAs) using Micro-frontend architecture.
• Building responsive user interfaces with React.js, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Writing robust unit tests using frameworks like Jest or React Testing Library.
• Working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Implementing RESTful APIs and integrating third-party services.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Participating in code reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Staying current with emerging technologies and front-end development best practices.

We're looking for candidates with:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of software development experience, with a proven track record in product-based companies.
• Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Redux, REST API integration.
• Solid understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Redis).
• Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
• Hands-on experience with unit and integration testing.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git (GitHub).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and TDD.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and collaborate effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.