Tech Lead - MERN stack

Akkodis is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Tech Lead with expertise in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js), React Native, and DevOps to lead the development of the train booking system interface for vending machines. The Tech Lead will be responsible for ensuring that the system is scalable, performs well in a constrained physical environment, and integrates seamlessly with the vending machine's hardware and payment systems.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of the train booking interface using the MERN stack and React Native, ensuring the system is responsive, secure, and integrates well with vending hardware.
• Design and implement backend APIs that integrate with the vending machine's payment system and hardware interface.
• Work closely with the hardware engineering team to ensure proper integration with physical components (e.g., touch screen, card reader, printer).
• Implement CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and efficient deployment of system updates, including integration of the interface into the vending machines.
• Ensure that the application is optimized for performance, handling potential issues with limited connectivity and ensuring quick, reliable transactions.
• Lead the setup and maintenance of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices to ensure the continuous operation of the booking system.

Key Requirements:

• Strong expertise in MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js), React Native, and cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Proven experience with DevOps practices, particularly in setting up CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Hands-on experience working on projects that involve integrating software with hardware, such as kiosks, vending machines, or similar devices.
• Experience building and scaling interactive user interfaces that must operate under real-time constraints and network variability.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex software systems that interact with hardware and third-party payment integrations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide a team of developers and ensure quality control in a fast-paced development environment.