Technical Leader / Technical Product Manager

Job Overview:

We are looking for a product-minded Technical Lead who possesses a strong engineering foundation and the leadership capability to drive our backend and AI initiatives. You will not only architect scalable Python systems but also align technical decisions with business goals.

In this role, you are expected to own the product lifecycle end-to-end-from design to operation-while building a high-trust, high-performance engineering culture. You must be adaptable, ready to lead the team through technology shifts (specifically in AI integration), and capable of balancing speed, quality, and cost based on the product phase.

A. Key Responsibilities:

1. Product-Centric Engineering & Strategy

• Product Mindset: Work closely with Product Managers to understand user pain points and value features. Make technical trade-offs based on the current product phase (e.g., MVP vs. scaling).
• Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for features: Design → Development → Release → Operation. Proactively propose solutions and identify risks before they become issues.
• Adaptability: Lead the team in adapting to new technology directions, particularly integrating AI/ML workflows into the backend. Be willing to pivot technical approaches when product direction changes.

2. Architecture & Technical Foundation

• System Design: Architect robust systems with a clear understanding of when to use Monolith vs. Microservices. Design efficient data models, data flows, and versioned APIs.
• Cloud & Infrastructure: Leverage AWS services effectively. Assess the risks and benefits of integrating external services versus building in-house.
• Performance & Security: Ensure systems are designed for scalability, high performance, and security while keeping infrastructure costs optimized.

3. Delivery & Execution

• Execution: Ensure on-time releases with the required quality standards. Manage scope creep and handle cross-team/external dependencies effectively.
• Risk Management: Provide honest reporting to management. Do not hide risks; instead, communicate them early with mitigation plans.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain system stability and reliability in production.

4. Leadership & Mentorship

• Team Building: Build a strong engineering culture and standardize coding practices. protect the team from distractions while ensuring members trust and follow your technical direction.
• Mentorship: Conduct code reviews to mentor the team on mindset and standards (SOLID, DRY). Delegate tasks effectively-assigning the right people to the right jobs.
• Communication: Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders. Explain technical decisions to the CEO and Product teams using business language (Cost, Risk, Impact). Align expectations on scope and delivery explicitly from the start.

1. Mindset & Soft Skills (Must Have):

• Product-Oriented: Ability to balance technical perfection with business value and speed-to-market.
• Accountability: High sense of ownership; you care about the outcome, not just the effort.
• Adaptability: A continuous learner willing to embrace and lead AI adoption and new workflows.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to negotiate scope and explain complex tech concepts to non-tech stakeholders.

2. Technical Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in Backend Development (Python focus).
• 2+ years in a Leadership role (Lead/Senior with mentoring duties).
• Experience integrating AI/ML models into production systems.
• Core Stack: Strong expertise in Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI).
• Database: Deep knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/Redis) data modeling.
• Infrastructure: Proficiency with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Architecture: Proven experience in System Design (API design, Data flow, Event-driven architecture).

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead a team dealing with real-world AI challenges.
• A culture that values transparency, ownership, and technical excellence.
• Autonomy to make architectural decisions that impact the business.

At the core of FireGroup is a deep desire to grow. We're a passionate team with growth mindsets, turning what we do into a purpose. We're always exploring how to apply world-class innovations and creative ideas to our work - so we can push further, conquer challenges, and go beyond limits.

In the face of a rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape, we embrace an AI-first approach. Advanced AI tools are embedded in our workflow - not just to boost productivity, but to power smarter decision-making and unlock solutions that serve merchants more effectively. With AI as our co-pilot and a native mindset for technology, we turn complexity into simplicity for those who count on us.

Our ultimate mission is to develop innovative products that comprehensively and effectively solve problems in e-commerce, making online business easy and sustainable for everyone. We believe that the spirit of daring to step up and our distinctive values are the greatest driving forces behind FireGroup's journey from a five-member startup to a team of over 200 colleagues, leading us to greater challenges and successes:

1. Courage - Dare to step up
2. Growth - Grow beyond yesterday
3. Creativity - Think differently
4. Ownership - Own your work
5. Teamwork - Get Stronger together
6. Trust - Give trust, gain trust
7. Empathy - Walk in other's shoes

At FireGroup, our values don't just live in documents - they live in us. They show up in every decision we make, every product we build, and every story our Firers share. Dive into real stories and everyday actions that bring our culture to life: [protected info]

And that's not all - we've got some great perks waiting for you, including:

Rewarding Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience
• 13th-month salary & seniority bonus
• Annual salary reviews for outstanding contributions
• 16 days of annual leave, with an extra day for 3+ years of service
• Work-from-home policy for pregnant employees
• Premium healthcare and annual health check
• Special occasion support: marriage, maternity bonuses, and birthday vouchers
• Festive gifts for holidays like Mid-Autumn and Lunar New Year
• Free coffee, tea, juice, and a wide range of snacks
• Well-equipped devices provided based on your role (MacBook/iMac/Macmini/Windows Laptop/Monitor)
• Employee Stock Option Program offer for key contributors

Fast-track Growth:

• Gain exceptional experience by building world-class products used by hundreds of thousands of merchants globally
• Buddy Program to guide and support you throughout your onboarding journey
• Regular seminars and workshops to sharpen both technical and soft skills
• Access to Udemy, internal e-learning platform tailored to your growth
• Recognition programs that celebrate your outstanding contributions

Engagement Activities:

• Sports Club: Football, Badminton, Yoga
• Gym area available onsite
• Monthly/Quarterly team bonding events across business units
• Signature company events: Company Trip, Year-End Party, New Year Kick-off, Women's Day, Christmas, and Quarterly Town Halls - all designed to celebrate and connect our people.