Lead Senior Software Engineer – JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React_based in Kaunas (Lithuanian citizens only)

Job Description

• Hitcontract is looking for a Lead Senior Software Engineer for an international client – a global technology and business consulting organization delivering digital solutions and large-scale software projects for clients worldwide. The company operates in a multicultural, international environment and works with modern technologies to develop and maintain complex enterprise-level applications. We are looking for an experienced Lead Senior Software Engineer to join a team working across the full software development lifecycle. The role focuses on both front-end and back-end development, with JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React, GraphQL, REST APIs, databases, and messaging systems at its core. The successful candidate will also play a key role in technical leadership, contributing to architecture and development practices while collaborating closely with engineers, product managers, stakeholders, and other teams. Key Responsibilities Participate in and lead Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to gather and understand requirements for new features and enhancements. Develop and maintain front-end web components using React, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Design and develop software solutions using Node.js, GraphQL, and JavaScript frameworks and middleware. Build and consume RESTful web services and APIs. Apply software architecture and design principles, including DDD, CQRS, and Clean Architecture. Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality, reliability, and maintainability. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues. Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and practices. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members to ensure project objectives are achieved. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends and identify opportunities to improve development practices. Provide technical leadership and support to other team members. Requirements 6+ years of professional experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, HTML/CSS, and SQL. Strong experience in both front-end and back-end development. Proven team leadership experience, either in a technical leadership or managerial capacity. Strong understanding and practical experience with: Node.js React TypeScript / JavaScript SQL GraphQL REST APIs CI/CD pipelines Message brokers ORM Strong knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD), CQRS, and Clean Architecture. Experience working in Agile development environments. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Good command of English. Nice to Have Knowledge of Vanilla JavaScript. Understanding of V8. Experience with WebAssembly. Experience working with complex enterprise applications and large-scale software systems. Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers. What Is Offered The opportunity to join an international technology and business consulting organization working on complex, large-scale digital solutions. An encouraging and collaborative working environment with a multicultural community. Additional benefits, including private medical insurance with gym coverage, team events, outreach activities, and other employee benefits. Hybrid working model with the opportunity to work remotely and from the office, with approximately 3 days per week in the office. An open, modern, and ergonomic office environment. Opportunities for professional and personal development, including access to learning platforms such as Udemy. The opportunity to continuously develop your technical expertise and take on technical leadership responsibilities. Salary €6,000–€7,300 gross per month, before taxes.
• €6,000 - €7,300 a month
• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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