Job Title: Web Development Team Lead

Web Development Team Lead – Front End development using Vanilla Javascript (Experience 7 to 15 years that includes at least 2 years as a Team Lead)

About MEGA:

MEGA The Privacy Company provides global services from its Head Office in New Zealand. Built with Privacy by Design, MEGA provides a range of zero-knowledge encrypted cloud storage and communication solutions for individuals and businesses. MEGA is committed to protecting user data and privacy.

We were launched in 2013 and have grown to an international team of more than 240 people who are motivated by next-generation technology and design, supporting close to 300 million registered users on our desktop and mobile apps across all major platforms. We have CloudRAID data centres in Luxembourg, Germany, France, Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Canada and Japan.

Our workforce and user base are growing day by day, and we are preparing for the release of several landmark products and feature updates in the short-term future. We are looking to hire a capable, proactive Engineering professionals to support this success.

About the Role:

As the WebClient Team Lead, you will play a crucial role in the formation and development of a new team at MEGA, focusing on a variety of exciting yet-to-be-built features for the organisation. Your role will involve overseeing all stages of the web development process, from design and development to debugging and optimization. A significant part of your responsibilities will also include conducting thorough technical and code reviews to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure code.

Key responsibilities:

  • Actively participate in the hiring process for the new Web Developer team, collaborating with HR and hiring managers to identify and recruit top-tier web engineering talent.
  • Facilitate the onboarding and integration of new team members, providing guidance and support throughout their transition
  • Leading and managing the team, driving performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Facilitating communication between the web development team and other teams such as Content, Design and QA
  • Conducting code and technical reviews, ensuring all code delivered by the team is clean, robust, scalable and meets a high development standard
  • Refining our engineering guidelines and processes based on insights gathered from code reviews and team performance and the wider industry as a whole

About You:

You are a technical people leader with a passion for the industry and a robust background in web development. You have a keen eye for detail, high standards for code quality, and a strong ability to review and improve others' work. You enjoy sharing your knowledge and are skilled in leading a productive team. You are a proactive problem solver with strong mentoring skills and a knack for motivating others.

Requirements:

  • A tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 7+ years of experience in web development, with a strong focus on Vanilla JavaScript / jQuery / React.js
  • At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role
  • Experience with Agile methodologies or working in an Agile environment
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; proficiency in verbal and written English is essential

What MEGA offers:

Along with a flexible working policy, a deliberate culture of internal development, and top-of-the-line tools, you will enjoy a competitive remuneration package.

This is a stable role within a secure but dynamic industry, providing the opportunity to work with passionate people at the forefront of their field.

With attentive leadership and an emphasis on innovation, you’ll grow alongside MEGA as we continue to cement our industry-leading position.

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Application Deadline: November 25, 2023