Senior Developer / Technical Lead

Company DescriptionStrongKeep is a Singapore-based cybersecurity startup reinventing how smaller businesses achieve security and compliance. We build an affordable, automated cybersecurity SaaS platform that integrates best-in-class open-source tools, smart defaults, and AI-driven automation — so small teams can achieve enterprise-grade protection. Learn more at StrongKeep.com. We have a very strong team culture, and we are very selective over who gets to join us.Role DescriptionThis full-time, on-site Senior Developer / Technical Lead role owns the technical delivery of StrongKeep's platform on a lean 7-person team. You will lead a small group of engineers, own our GEN 2 delivery and the Compliance module end-to-end, and set the bar for architecture, code quality, and shipping pace. You are equally comfortable writing the hard code yourself and unblocking the people around you.A strong interest in AI (LLMs, GenAI, agentic workflows) is expected — we build AI-assisted development into our daily workflow (Claude Code and similar), and the product itself is moving toward embedded intelligence and automation.You will work closely with a locally-based, multi-disciplinary team — engineers, a designer, a PM - mentoring junior engineers while staying hands-on yourself.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipOwn GEN 2 delivery and the Compliance module — architecture, roadmap, and shipping.Lead and mentor a small engineering team; run code reviews, set quality and testing standards, level up juniors.Make pragmatic build-vs-buy and architecture calls suited to a fast-moving 7-person startup.Software DevelopmentDesign and build secure, scalable backend and frontend across our stack (TypeScript, Node/Express, React/Next.js, MongoDB).Develop APIs, services, and integrations with internal systems and third-party security platforms.Maintain high code quality through testing, documentation, and secure coding practices in a multitenant SaaS.Collaboration & DeliveryWork with the PM, designer, and engineers to ship features weekly in a fast-paced environment.Participate in sprints and daily standups; own reliability, performance, and incident response for your modules.Learning & InnovationStay current with emerging cyber, AI, and automation technologies.Drive adoption of agentic AI workflows in both how we build and what we ship.QualificationsTechnical SkillsStrong full-stack proficiency with TypeScript/Node.js, React/Next.js, and experience with NoSQL(MongoDB/Mongoose) and SQL databases.Solid REST API design and integration experience.Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred; GCP/Azure welcome) and containerised deployment (Docker/Kubernetes).Demonstrated ownership of multi-tenant SaaS architecture (data isolation, auth, tenancy).Familiarity with secure coding principles and software engineering best practices.Bonus: cybersecurity-product domain experience; familiarity with LLMs / AI tooling and a willingness to go deep.Soft SkillsProven ability to lead and mentor engineers in a flat, fast-moving team.Thrives in startup chaos: ambiguous scope, multiple hats, weekly shipping.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication abilities.Self-directed learner who enjoys experimenting with new tools and techniques.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience / certifications.6+ years of relevant software engineering experience, including direct technical leadership or founding-engineer experience