Frontend Developer Team Lead

CET (Center for Educational Technology) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the education system in Israel and globally. For over five decades, CET has been at the forefront of educational innovation, integrating pedagogical advancements with cutting-edge technology to create impactful learning experiences. (cet.ac.il)
Project Overview:
We are developing an advanced educational platform called Hendrx, designed to transform the way educators and content creators develop courses, lessons, and quizzes. The platform includes:
Hendrx Studio – A creation tool for developing educational content.
Hendrx Player – A player for students to access and engage with content.

Hendrx is targeted to become an open-source project, welcoming contributions from the broader community in the near future.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a talented Team Leader to lead the development team working on Hendrx. In this role, you will manage a team of 5-7 developers, guiding them in creating innovative and high-performing applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading agile teams, collaborating with product managers, and applying creative problem-solving to deliver high-quality software.

Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and lead a team of 5-7 developers in designing, developing, and deploying the Hendrx platform.
* Drive agile and Scrum methodologies within the development team, ensuring timely delivery of features and products.
* Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
* Recruit and build a high-performing development team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
* Apply creative, out-of-the-box thinking to overcome development challenges and find optimal solutions.
* Oversee software design, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and efficient architecture.
* Mentor and develop the skills of team members, promoting continuous growth and improvement.
* Conduct regular code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality code.
* Act as a bridge between developers and customers, gathering feedback and integrating it into the development process.
דרישות התפקיד
* 3+ years of experience managing a development team (5-7 developers).
* Proven experience working with agile and Scrum methodologies in software development projects.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
* Excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of applying creative solutions.
* Experience in software design and architecture, with a focus on frontend and full-stack development.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with product managers and external stakeholders.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical ideas clearly.
* Hands-on experience with frontend technologies (React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript) and backend (Node.js) – an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in recruiting and building development teams from the ground up.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes.
Familiarity with open-source projects and community collaboration.