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Engineering Lead

Ho Chi Minh CityHybrid

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An experienced Engineering Lead conducts technical audits of engineering teams and projects, identifies weaknesses in code, architecture, and processes, and mentors tech leads and engineers to elevate product quality and delivery practices.

About this role

ABOUT US:
At Gradion, we are the strategic partner for ambitious businesses, helping them achieve breakthrough growth through Digital Innovation and Deep Tech.
With a global vision and an AI-first approach, we enable clients to reshape strategies, optimize systems, and adopt cutting-edge technologies to create sustainable value.
From AI and data to cybersecurity, robotics, and large-scale enterprise platforms, Gradion designs practical solutions that lay the foundation for the next generation of billion-dollar companies.
OUR FACTS & FIGURES:
- 23+ years of expertise - Gradion builds digital platforms & deep-tech solutions.
- 3 continents: Asia, Europe and Africa.
- 300+ specialists across 7 countries Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Egypt and Australia.
- 100+ enterprise clients, including several unicorns (e.g., Alaiko, HomeToGo, Roadsurfer).
- Vietnam’s Best IT Company - recognized by ITViec for 8 consecutive years, including 2 consecutive years of ranking #1 (2024 and 2025).
- ISO 27001.

We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Lead, a highly skilled technical expert who can evaluate and elevate the performance of our engineering teams. This person will conduct in-depth technical audits across multiple projects, identify hidden weaknesses before our clients do, and guide teams to raise the quality of our products, systems, and engineering practices. The ideal candidate is not just a veteran engineer but also a strong mentor who knows how to coach tech leads and engineers toward excellence.

In this role, you will:

  • Audit existing engineering teams and projects to uncover weaknesses in code quality, architecture, scalability, or development processes.
  • Assess system design, CI/CD pipelines, documentation, and best-practice adherence across multiple technologies.
  • Provide actionable recommendations to improve engineering standards, productivity, and maintainability.
  • Conduct follow-up reviews to ensure progress and continuous improvement within teams.
  • Work closely with tech leads and project managers to identify skill gaps and design improvement plans.
  • Coach and mentor engineers to adopt best practices in coding, architecture, and delivery.
  • Develop and maintain frameworks or checklists for ongoing technical health assessments.
  • What you will bring:

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, with exposure to multiple tech stacks (e.g., Node.js, PHP, React, cloud infrastructure, databases, DevOps).
  • Proven track record in technical leadership, system design, and architecture reviews.
  • Strong experience in auditing software systems and development workflows.
  • Excellent coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence without authority.
  • Deep understanding of software quality metrics, CI/CD, testing strategies, and scalability principles.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills. Able to explain complex technical issues in clear, practical terms.
  • Nice to have
  • Experience working in multi-client or agency-style environments.
  • Experience introducing or scaling new tools or practices across teams.
  • Solid understanding of data-driven delivery and metrics-based improvement.
  • Skills

    CI/CDCloud InfrastructureDatabasesDevOpsNode.jsPHPReactSystem DesignTechnical Auditing

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