Technology Lead

Analyticsmart is a boutique analytics firms in the Consumer Package Goods Industry in Canada and the United States. Our mission is to translate data into meaningful, measurable, and actionable insights that drive growth and increase profitability for businesses. We provide smart analytical services and solutions that are tailored to our client's specific business needs and are easy to implement.

We offer a suite of innovative software solutions, including but not limited to Merchandising App, CRM, Planogram Repository, Category Management, Data Visualization, all designed to optimize business decision-making and operational efficiency. These wide array of data-optimizing services and solutions to create effective information management strategies aimed at driving results at a lower cost. We believe that through our analytics, organizations can gain a distinct advantage increasing their competitiveness in the market.

The capabilities and reliability of Analyticsmart have created long-lasting partnerships with global brands and retailers in Canada and abroad.

Analyticsmart was founded in 2009. We currently have offices in Toronto, Montreal, and New York City. We are financially prudent as we are a successful bootstrapped company looking forward to growing in larger markets.

What sets us apart?

• Expansive bonus structure
• Incredible offices in Liberty Village, Old Town Montreal, and NYC
• Fun work environment.
• Our experience and accomplishments within the industries that we serve.
• Our value propositions.
• We take our partnerships seriously. We are very dedicated to our clients.
• We work with small clients as well as global brands.
• We are a different kind of company and that makes all the difference.

We are looking for a seasoned leader to join as Tech Team Lead who excels in bridging business needs with technical execution, while leveraging our tech stack to deliver impactful solutions. Reporting to the Director of Product & Strategy, this high-impact role involves leading a team of front-end and back-end developers, managing technical projects, and translating client requirements into scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of front-end (React.js), back-end (Node.js, Python), and full-stack developers, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical standards.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, business stakeholders, and developers, translating business requirements into clear, actionable technical specifications.
• Oversee project execution, define milestones, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality technical solutions.
• Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to drive productivity and team alignment.
• Conduct regular code reviews to maintain quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices across the tech stack.
• Design scalable and robust technical solutions using React.js, Node.js, Python, and other relevant tools and frameworks.
• Work closely with Product owner, BI, and Sales teams to align technical implementations with business and customer objectives.
• Identify potential risks or roadblocks early and implement strategies to mitigate them, ensuring smooth project progression.
• Mentor team members to enhance their technical and soft skills, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Maintain thorough documentation of technical processes, project updates, and architectural decisions for internal and client-facing purposes.

Qualifications & Experience

• University Degree in computer science or equivalent is required.
• 10+ years of experience in full-stack development (front-end & back-end), with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Strong Expertise in React.js, Node.js, Python, and related frameworks.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms
• Proficiency in SQL, MS SQL, and other databases.
• Proven track record of managing complex technical projects with a hands-on approach.
• Hands-on experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies, including sprint planning and backlog management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and clients.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities to navigate technical and business challenges.