Lead Software Engineer / Full-Stack + Mobile / React Native / AWS Serverless / Typescript + Node.js
Newport Beach, California
Hybrid
Contract
$50/hr - $80/hr
Job Description
A fast-moving technology organization is seeking a Software Technical Lead. This opportunity is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys owning complex systems end-to-end and shaping the technical direction of a high-impact product.
This position offers the chance to serve as a true player–coach: part hands-on engineer, part architectural decision?maker, part delivery leader. You will guide the design of scalable systems, unblock engineers, and directly influence execution across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate loves being hands-on, thrives in fast-paced environments, and wants the autonomy to build, lead, and deliver.
Required Skills & Experience
· Proven experience delivering complex cloud-native software in fast-paced environments
· Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, AWS, and serverless architectures
· Experience across backend, frontend, mobile, and cloud infrastructure
· Strong architectural decision-making ability
· Excellent communication around status, risks, and technical direction
· Hands-on experience leading teams within Agile environments
· Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience with React, Next.js, and React Native
· Experience with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, or OpenSearch
· Background working with CI/CD, DevOps, or observability tools (e.g., Datadog)
· Comfort balancing speed with scalability and maintainability
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 40% Backend (Node.js/TypeScript, AWS serverless)
· 30% Frontend & Mobile (React, Next.js, React Native)
· 30% Architecture, Planning & Cross-Team Engineering
Daily Responsibilities
· 60% Hands On Engineering & Code Contribution
· 20% Technical Leadership & Architecture
· 20% Collaboration with Product, Design, and Engineering Teams
The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· 401(k)
· Paid Sick Time Leave
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
A fast-moving technology organization is seeking a Software Technical Lead. This opportunity is ideal for a senior engineer who enjoys owning complex systems end-to-end and shaping the technical direction of a high-impact product.
This position offers the chance to serve as a true player–coach: part hands-on engineer, part architectural decision?maker, part delivery leader. You will guide the design of scalable systems, unblock engineers, and directly influence execution across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate loves being hands-on, thrives in fast-paced environments, and wants the autonomy to build, lead, and deliver.
Required Skills & Experience
· Proven experience delivering complex cloud-native software in fast-paced environments
· Strong proficiency with Node.js, TypeScript, AWS, and serverless architectures
· Experience across backend, frontend, mobile, and cloud infrastructure
· Strong architectural decision-making ability
· Excellent communication around status, risks, and technical direction
· Hands-on experience leading teams within Agile environments
· Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience with React, Next.js, and React Native
· Experience with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, or OpenSearch
· Background working with CI/CD, DevOps, or observability tools (e.g., Datadog)
· Comfort balancing speed with scalability and maintainability
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 40% Backend (Node.js/TypeScript, AWS serverless)
· 30% Frontend & Mobile (React, Next.js, React Native)
· 30% Architecture, Planning & Cross-Team Engineering
Daily Responsibilities
· 60% Hands On Engineering & Code Contribution
· 20% Technical Leadership & Architecture
· 20% Collaboration with Product, Design, and Engineering Teams
The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· 401(k)
· Paid Sick Time Leave
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.