Location: Princeton ,NJ It is a hybrid role in Princeton ,NJ Job Description 'This position is responsible for leading the delivery of technical features for a unique cybersecurity SaaS solution tailored to small business customers. The role encompasses design, implementation (writing high-quality and secure code), and testing of application software. The Technical Lead Engineer drives troubleshooting, debugging, maintenance, and improvement of existing software while collaborating with cross-functional teams to scope and prioritize engineering requirements. This is a hands-on leadership role that includes mentoring a team of engineers and contributing to the strategic direction of application architecture and software design. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Programming • Lead the development and delivery of high quality, maintainable, and well-tested code. • Develop front-end UI components using TypeScript and the React Framework. • Design and implement RESTful API endpoints using TypeScript, NestJS, and Node.js. • Review and approve code contributions, ensuring adherence to engineering best practices. • Guide the team in building reusable code and libraries for future use. • Ensure software security requirements are implemented and met. • Drive the adoption of engineering standards and best practices. Software Design • Define and drive the technical roadmap for front-end and API architecture. • Design reusable and scalable React components and API endpoints. • Lead design sessions with Engineers, Product Managers, and UX Designers to align on requirements and timelines. • Drive technical design decisions and propose architectural changes, with a focus on performance, scalability, and customer experience. • Anticipate and mitigate technical blockers and delays before escalation is required. Mentorship & Maintenance • Coach and mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering growth and technical expertise. • Ensure code quality through effective testing strategies, including unit and integration tests. • Resolve complex bugs, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities. • Assume an on-call role to address critical customer issues and server alerts when needed. • Advocate for continuous learning and improvement across the team. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent work experience. • 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on front-end and full-stack development. • Proven experience leading technical projects and teams. • Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end frameworks like React. • Expertise in API design and microservices architecture using NestJS and Node.js. • Strong experience with application, network, and cloud security principles. • Demonstrated ability to architect and implement scalable SaaS solutions. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively articulate technical concepts and decisions. • Advanced understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving techniques. • Strong knowledge of testing frameworks like Mocha or Jest, and the ability to ensure effective testing strategies. • Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines. • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and SaaS product architectures. • Proven ability to inspire and lead a team, fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering culture. • Strong written and spoken English proficiency is required; this role involves' The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 106230 to 145000 Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws. Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada) • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada) • Life and disability insurance • Employee assistance programs • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility