Software Development- Team Lead

Software Development Team lead Airfield solutions, ADBSAFEGATELabsIndia

Company:ADBSAFEGATELabsIndia

Location:Hyderabad

Experience:5-8years inSoftwaredevelopmentlead role or equivalent

Type: Full-time |

Who Are We
ADB SAFEGATE is the global leader in airside solutions, supporting operations at more than3,000 airportsthrough a network of40 offices worldwide.

We are establishingADB SAFEGATE LABS in Hyderabad, our newest extension of global engineering capabilities. The Labs focus on building and evolving digital platforms, data-driven services, and AI-enabled solutions that support airport operations acrossAirfield, Apron, Tower, and Weatherdomains.

As part of a globally distributed engineering organisation, the Hyderabad Labs work closely with teams across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, contributing directly to solutions deployed at airports worldwide.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Be our founding Airfield engineering leader in Hyderabad.

We'reseekinga highly technical Senior Full Stack Engineer with strong leadership skills toestablishand lead our Airfield development team from the ground up.

Airfield solutions manage the critical infrastructure that keepsaircraftmoving safely on the groundrunway and taxiway lighting systems, visual guidance, airfield ground lighting (AGL) control, monitoring systems, and intelligent automation that ensures safe operations in all weather conditions,dayand night.

As our founding Airfield team lead at this location,you'll:

• Build and lead a high-performing team (6-8 developers and testers)

• Shape engineering culture, practices, and delivery standards

• Work hands-on with modern tech stack (Angular, .NET/Node.js, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure)

• Drive agile practices in coordination with our Business line R&D in Europe and the US

• Bridge cultures and time zones between Hyderabad and global teams

• Deliver solutions used by major airports globally

This is a unique opportunity to build something from scratch while havingglobalimpact.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Technical Leadership & Team Building

• Serve as local technical lead for the Airfield development team, mentoringengineersand testers

• Establish pragmatic engineering standards and quality gates

• Foster collaborative, agile culturefacilitatescrum ceremonies and drive continuous improvement

• Onboard and grow new team members; shape working culture from day one

• Build a culture of innovation, quality, and ownership

Cross-Cultural & Global Collaboration

• Act as the bridge between Hyderabad team and global teams in Europe and the US

• Ensure smooth communication and alignment across time zones

• Collaborate closely with product owners and stakeholders to clarify requirements and align priorities

• Facilitate knowledge transfer and documentation between distributed teams

• Navigate cultural differences and build strong working relationships globally

Full Stack Development

• Design, develop, andmaintainweb applications using Angular (frontend) and .NET/Node.js (backend)

• Build features for Airfield management and control systems: lighting control, monitoring, automation workflows

• Ensure code quality through reviews, automated testing, and adherence to best practices

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across the full stack

• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code

DevOps & CI/CD

• Build andmaintainCI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps (automated build, test, deployment)

• Champion containerization best practices using Docker

• Manage Kubernetes orchestration on Azure Cloud for production deployments

• Integrate code quality checks, security scanning, and traceability into delivery pipeline

• Enable fast, reliable releases with minimal manual intervention

Project & Delivery Management

• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and ensure adherence to quality standards

• Oversee sprint planning, estimation, and resource allocation

• Track team velocity and proactively address blockers

• Ensure on-time delivery of commitments to global stakeholders

• Drive continuous improvement of processes and team productivity

Quality & Collaboration

• Drive code review culture andmaintainhigh standardsfor code hygiene and test coverage

• Promote transparency, shared ownership, and focus on delivery outcomes

• Facilitate knowledge sharing and documentation within the team

• Contribute to architecture decisions and technical roadmap

• Ensure solutions meet aviation industry standards and safety requirements

We'reLookingfor Someone With:

• 5+ years as a full stack software engineerwith deep hands-on experience in Angular and.NET orNode.js

• 3+ year intechnical leadershipin team settings (mentoring, process facilitation, driving standards)

• Familiarity withAgile/Scrum methodologiesand team enablement practices

• Strong knowledge of Docker containerization and Kubernetes orchestration in production environments

• Solid experience with Azure Cloud services and Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines

• Proficiencyin RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and database design (SQL/NoSQL)

• Understanding of web application security, performance optimization, and scalability

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to work effectively in small, high-impact teams

• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and can build structure

Preferred Qualifications

• Previousexperience as ateam leadortech leadin product companies

• Experiencelaunching or scaling new teamsor engineering offices

• Background inaviation, transportation, or mission-critical systems

• Working knowledge of automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Selenium)

• Exposure toinfrastructure-as-codepractices (Terraform, ARM templates)

• Familiarity withapplication monitoring and observabilitytools (Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana)

• Experience withmessage queues(RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus) or event-driven architectures

• Contributions to open-source projects or active tech community participation

Education:

• B.Tech/B.E.in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related field

• M.Tech/MSis a plus

• Equivalent experience with strong technical foundation considered

Why Join ADB SAFEGATE Labs India

• Build from the ground up:Be part of the founding team at ourADBSafegateLabs Indiashape processes, culture, and service excellence standards

• Global impact & exposure:Join a 1,500+ employee organization with presence in 40 countries; work on solutions deployed at 3,000+ airports worldwide

• Collaborative culture:Work in a flexible, innovation-driven environment that values technical excellence and continuous improvement

• Complex challenges:Support sophisticated airside systems combining IoT, real-time control, cloud platforms, and critical infrastructure

• Competitive package:Industry-leading compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities

What to learn more about working at ADB SAFEGATE then check out our Career's website

https://adbsafegate.com/about/career/