Tech Lead

Job Title Tech Lead at Fulfillment IQ General Information Job Title: Technical Lead Location: Toronto, ON Job Type: Full-Time (Onsite) Reports To: Head of IT & Engineering from the Development Team About Fulfillment IQ At Fulfillment IQ, we are transforming the future of logistics technology. As an award‑winning consultancy and technology partner, we work with brands, retailers, and 3PLs to solve their most complex challenges – whether it’s designing strategy, selecting the right tech stack, building custom software, or implementing enterprise platforms. Our team includes logistics experts, engineers, and strategists who bring both technical depth and practical experience to every engagement. We value clear thinking, strong execution, and real results. If you’re a builder, thinker, and doer who wants to shape the next generation of logistics solutions, FIQ is where you’ll find meaningful work and career growth. Role Overview Lead, Mentor & Code: Actively architect, design, and write production‑quality code while coaching a high‑performing engineering team and nurturing a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Full‑Stack & Cloud Architecture: Design, build, and evolve end‑to‑end solutions on Azure—front‑end, microservices, databases, and infrastructure‑as‑code—ensuring scalability, security, and high availability. Infrastructure Ownership: Provision, automate, and manage cloud resources (AKS, App Services, Functions, Cosmos DB, etc.) using Terraform/Bicep, CI/CD pipelines, and robust monitoring/alerting practices. Relentless Code Quality: Champion clean architecture, rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and static analysis to keep technical debt near zero—no spaghetti allowed. Performance & Cost Optimization: Continually fine‑tune application performance, cloud spend, and system reliability through profiling, load testing, and right‑sizing Azure resources. Technical Decision‑Making: Evaluate and select the best languages, frameworks, and Azure services to accelerate product delivery while meeting business and compliance requirements. Innovation & Modernization: Track emerging tech—AI services, serverless patterns, container orchestration—and pilot their adoption where they add real value. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, UX, security, and DevOps stakeholders to translate ideas into shippable features and resilient cloud infrastructure. Experience & Qualifications 6‑10 Years of deep, hands‑on engineering – Proven track record designing, building, and shipping complex production systems at scale. Cloud Mastery (Azure preferred; strong AWS/GCP welcome) – End‑to‑end ownership of cloud‑native architectures, including networking, security, IaC (Terraform/Bicep), and cost optimization. Polyglot Coding Expertise – Fluency in Next.js/Node.js, C# (.NET Core), Java, Python, JavaScript, and Go. Linux Mastery – Expert‑level command‑line skills, shell scripting, system administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting on modern Linux distributions. Distributed & Microservices Design – Authoritative understanding of domain‑driven design, event‑driven architectures, messaging patterns, and data consistency strategies. Container & DevOps Leadership – Expert in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines; building secure, repeatable release workflows from commit to production. Technical Mentorship & Team Leadership – History of growing engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and clear career guidance while maintaining a hands‑on coding presence. Quality‑First Mindset – Champion of clean architecture, automated testing, static analysis, and rigorous code standards that keep technical debt near zero. Rapid, Sound Decision‑Making – Exceptional debugging and problem‑solving skills; calm and decisive under production pressure. Clear Communicator – Able to distill sophisticated technical concepts into actionable plans for engineers, executives, and cross‑functional partners alike. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Technical Delivery & Code Quality Cloud & Infrastructure Management Team Leadership & Mentorship Innovation & Modernization Cross‑Functional Collaboration Operational Excellence Why You’ll Love Working Here At Fulfillment IQ, we don’t just build supply chain solutions—we build careers, friendships, and unforgettable experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Work That Matters : Imagine being part of projects that reshape the supply chain industry and create real‑world impact. Your work here won’t just meet expectations, it’ll set new ones. Career Growth That Matters : We’re serious about growth—training, mentorship, or new challenges will help you go from good to exceptional. Flexibility to Thrive : Whether you prefer working remotely, in a hybrid setup, or on‑site, we offer flexible options to help you balance work and life effectively. We Celebrate You : From work anniversaries to team achievements, we value your contributions and celebrate milestones with thoughtful rewards like vouchers and team events. A Collaborative Culture : Work alongside some of the brightest minds. Our inclusive culture ensures every voice is heard and every team member feels valued. Perks You’ll Appreciate Employee Health: Supplementary benefits covering medical and wellness programs (public healthcare system provides base coverage) Time Off: Paid statutory vacation, sick leave, and public holidays consistent with provincial labor laws. Retirement: Contributions to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and supplementary retirement savings plans. Professional Growth: Dedicated learning and development budget. Flexible Work: Access to flexible work hours and remote flexibility. Perks: Reimbursement for business travel, internet, and workstation costs; anniversary rewards and employee stock option (ESOP) program. Community engagement: Team events and in‑person organizational meetups to foster a strong company culture. Life At Fulfillment IQ Fulfillment IQ values its people and works together as a team while being a remote company. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and are committed to creating a culture of equitable opportunities for all employees. Contact Us Website: fulfillmentiq.com LinkedIn: Fulfillment IQSpotify: eCom Logistics PodcastYouTube: eCom Logistics Podcast #J-18808-Ljbffr