XTN-0EA0651 | TECHNICAL WEB LEAD

About this role

The Technical Web Lead will drive the strategic planning and execution of all web-related initiatives across the enterprise, with a primary focus on the Drupal platform managed by Material+. This role ensures the technical integrity, scalability, and performance of web solutions while aligning with business goals and security standards.

• Health Insurance/HMO

• Enjoy unlimited MadMax Coffee

• Diverse learning & growth opportunities

• Accessible Cloud HR platform (Sprout)

• Above standard leaves

• Lead the technical planning and decision-making process for Drupal-based web projects, including environment setup, deployment strategy, integration architecture, and data modeling.

• Translate functional requirements into robust technical designs in collaboration with stakeholders, business analysts, and development teams.

• Define and enforce Drupal best practices, architecture patterns, and technology stack choices.

• Oversee the development and integration of custom modules, themes, and third-party systems.

• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project resilience.

• Review and approve technical deliverables, ensuring quality and consistency across codebases and deployment pipelines.

• Support DevOps and Infrastructure teams in CI/CD pipeline design, hosting architecture, and performance monitoring.

• Mentor technical leads and developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in Drupal technologies.

Business Expertise

• Proven experience in leading and managing large-scale projects from initiation to closure.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective project reporting and documentation.

• Deep understanding of enterprise-grade web architecture and content management systems, particularly Drupal.

• Experience working within global organizations and managing offshore development teams.

• Familiarity with Material+ delivery models and support structures, including SLA-based engagements and Agile methodologies.

• Proven ability to align technical execution with business priorities and stakeholder expectations.

Problem Solving

• Ability to proactively identify technical risks and resolve complex integration challenges.

• Skilled in troubleshooting performance bottlenecks, deployment issues, and architectural misalignments.

• Capable of balancing short-term delivery pressures with long-term platform sustainability.

• Flexible attitude and adaptability to different cultural norms.

• Willingness to travel and collaborate with teams across different regions.

• Commitment to meeting project deadlines and handling urgent cases.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills in English across cross-functional teams and geographies.

• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence decision-making among senior stakeholders.

• Empathetic mentor and coach, fostering team growth and knowledge sharing.

Originally posted on Himalayas