Lead Software Engineer

Who are we?

We are Spyne, redefining how cars are marketed and sold with cutting-edge Generative AI. What started as a bold idea—using AI-powered visuals to help dealers sell online faster—has evolved into a full-fledged AI-first automotive retail ecosystem.

Backed by $16M in Series A funding from Vertex Ventures, Accel, and other top investors, we’re scaling fast:

✔ Expanded across the US & EU markets

✔ Launched industry-first AI-powered Image & 360 solutions

✔ Achieved a 5X revenue surge in 15 months, aiming for 3-4X growth this year

Know Our Journey

2020: Launched as a visual merchandising platform.

2023: Pivoted to AI-driven automotive retail solutions.

2024: Achieved 5X revenue growth in 15 months, aiming for 3-4X more.

Today: Driving the GenAI revolution with AI-powered sourcing, pricing, CRM, and Agentic AI for dealerships.

Read more about us:

Studio AI Product - t.ly/t0Ko5

Retail AI Product - t.ly/EyKC9

Series A Announcement -

Spyne raises $16 Mil!

Spyne raising another round!!

Spyne secures funding for US Expansion!

What Are We Looking For?

We’re on the hunt for a Lead Engineer (SDE III) who blends strong technical acumen with leadership excellence. You’ll lead a team of skilled engineers, guiding them to design and deliver high-quality, scalable software products that power our AI-first automotive retail solutions.

If you're someone who thrives in high-impact environments, loves mentoring talent, and enjoys building robust systems from the ground up—this is your stage.

Location: Gurugram (Work from Office, 5 days a week)

Role: Full-time, Lead Development Engineer / SDE III (4+ years experience)

What Will You Do?

• Software Development – Lead by example by writing scalable, efficient, and maintainable code. Be the technical backbone of the team.
• Technical Guidance – Make informed architectural decisions, solve complex engineering problems, and mentor developers to elevate team output.
• Execution & Delivery – Champion engineering excellence through agile development, best practices, and timely releases of high-quality software.
• Team Management – Hire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team. Cultivate a collaborative, innovative, and high-trust culture.

What Must You Have?

🔹 Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of full-stack web development and backend systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).
• Proficiency in technologies like Redis, Kafka/Pub/Sub, MySQL, and job schedulers.
• Experience in architecting and developing cloud-native applications on AWS, GCP, or Azure.

🔹 Execution Ability

• Proven track record of delivering robust and scalable systems under tight timelines.
• Adaptable to different software development methodologies and tools.
• Passion for clean code, efficient processes, and product excellence.

🔹 Educational Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong foundation in OOP, system design, concurrency, and CS fundamentals.

🔹 Problem-Solving Skills

• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
• Experience building and operating large-scale backend systems with high reliability and performance.

🔹 Hands-On Leadership

• 4+ years of software engineering experience, Preferrable 1+ years in a lead or mentorship role.
• Actively involved in coding, reviews, and system design discussions.
• Ability to drive product direction through technical decisions.

🔹 Ownership & Mindset

• Proactive and self-driven with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and align engineering efforts with business goals.

Why is Spyne an Employee-Centric Company? 🚀

At Spyne, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers in a thriving, people-first environment. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• Comprehensive Health & Life Coverage – We care about you and your loved ones! Benefit from GMC, GPA, and GTLI coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
• Performance-Driven Growth – Your efforts matter! We foster a high-impact, innovation-first culture, ensuring fast career progression and opportunities to take ownership from Day 1.
• Elevate Learning & Development – Stay ahead with our exclusive Elevate program, granting access to LinkedIn Learning’s vast repository, mentorship programs, and hands-on AI-driven projects to upskill every day.
• Work from Office Advantage – Immerse yourself in an environment where collaboration, creativity, and growth happen in real time. Our high-energy, office-first culture fuels innovation and teamwork like nowhere else.

Why Spyne?

• Strong Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Transparency & Trust: High levels of autonomy and trust in decision-making.
• Competitive Salary & Equity: Stock options for top performers.
• Dynamic Growth Environment: Join us and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth setting that challenges and accelerates your professional development.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven setup and love solving complex tech challenges, this role is for you!