Technical Lead ID64562

AgileEngine•Downey, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Software Architect to own all technical matters for a portfolio of software testing products, including TestRail — a leading test case management platform used by QA and engineering teams worldwide. You will design scalable architectures, maintain codebase integrity, guide feature delivery, and contribute hands-on to complex issues using PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript. The role combines deep technical ownership with close collaboration with Product Management on roadmap and release planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field;
6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in an architectural or technical leadership role;
Strong technical background with experience in software testing products, including TestRail;
Proficiency in core technologies, including PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript;
Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, system design, and API-driven development;
Familiarity with AI-assisted development practices and emerging AI capabilities applied to software quality and engineering;
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences;
Ability to take raw product requirements and develop software architectures and designs to bring products to life;
Self-directed, intellectually curious, and relentless in researching options to ensure the best outcomes;
Performance and efficiency obsessed.

Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of the product codebase through hands-on experimentation and exploration;
Design scalable, maintainable software architectures that meet both current and evolving product requirements;
Assess and shepherd the technical delivery of products to ensure adherence to best practices and architectural standards;
Drive continual improvement of development processes, tooling, and engineering workflows;
Collaborate with Product Management and other stakeholders, contributing to the product roadmap, requirements, and release schedule;
Identify gaps in the technical aspects of the end user experience and propose practical solutions;
Estimate software development requirements and effort, propose alternatives, and prioritize development tasks;
Contribute hands-on development support for escalated customer issues, diagnosing and resolving complex technical problems directly;
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, including AI-assisted development tools and agentic workflows, and assess their applicability to product and process improvement.