Technical Lead - Business Analyst

Apptad

San Francisco, US

Hybrid

Why this role

Pace

Fast Paced

Collaboration

High

Autonomy

Medium

Decision Impact

Team

Role Level

Team Lead

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What success looks like

successful architectural guidance and implementation
improved team delivery cycles

Typical background

computer sciencesoftware engineering

Transferable backgrounds

Coming from software developer
Coming from business analyst

Skills & requirements

Required

React.jsNode.jsAWSDatabase DesignCode Reviews

Preferred

Agile/scrum PracticesBusiness Analysis

Stack & domain

Node.jsReact.jsTypeScriptAWSPostgreSQLMySQLPl/sqlJenkinsGithub ActionsLambdaEcsApi GatewayCommunication

About the role

Original posting from Apptad via LinkedIn

Technical Lead / Business Systems Analyst (BSA)
Job Location: South San Francisco, CA - 3 Days Onsite
Job Duration: Long Term
Mandatory Skills: Node.js, React.js, Requirements Gathering
Position Summary
We are seeking a versatile hybrid Technical Lead / Business Systems Analyst to bridge the gap between complex business requirements and high-performance technical execution. This role is a 60/40 split between hands-on engineering leadership and business systems analysis. You will architect scalable web platforms using React, Node.js, and AWS, while simultaneously partnering with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical specifications and roadmaps.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Development (60%)
Architectural Guidance: Drive technical design and implementation for full-stack applications using React, Node.js, and AWS.
Hands-on Engineering: Lead the development of front-end applications (TypeScript/React) and backend microservices (Node.js/Express/Serverless).
Infrastructure & DevOps: Manage CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and leverage AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, and API Gateway.
Data Integrity: Design robust relational database solutions using PostgreSQL/MySQL and optimize complex PL/SQL queries.
Quality & Mentorship: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and mentor a team of engineers through technical coaching and 1:1s.
Business Systems Analysis (40%)
Requirements Translation: Partner with Product Management and stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements into actionable technical solutions.
Roadmap Definition: Assist in defining the technical roadmap and ensuring architectural decisions align with long-term business goals.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical liaison for non-technical departments, communicating complex system constraints and opportunities.
Process Improvement: Champion Agile/Scrum practices to improve team delivery cycles and alignment with business value.
Data Analysis: Collaborate with data teams to integrate analytics and reporting platforms into the core software suite.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience: 10+ years in software development, with at least 3–4 years in a leadership or hybrid BSA capacity.
Core Tech Stack: Expert-level React, Node.js, TypeScript, and RESTful API design.
Cloud & Infrastructure: Strong proficiency in AWS Cloud, serverless architectures, and CI/CD automation.
Database: Deep expertise in PL/SQL and performance tuning for relational databases.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and the ability to translate "business speak" into "tech speak" and vice versa.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Source: Apptad careers (LinkedIn)