Full Stack Application Engineer

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Ramakka Block, Jaya Mahal, Bangalore, Karnataka, IND
In-Office
Senior level
AdTech • Marketing Tech
The Role
Lead Full Stack Engineer to architect and deliver enterprise SaaS solutions across front-end (React/TypeScript), back-end (Node.js/Python), APIs, Azure cloud/identity, and data platforms. Own security, governance, database design (PostgreSQL/SQL Server), CI/CD standards, and LLM integration strategy while mentoring teams and engaging clients.
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Job Description:

Lead Full Stack Engineer / Principal Software Engineer
(SaaS, Data, Cloud & Secure Platforms)

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Lead Full Stack Engineer (L40) to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade technology solutions. This is a strategic, client-facing leadership role with ownership of architecture, engineering direction, and end-to-end delivery across application, cloud, and data platforms.

The role requires a strong blend of technical depth and leadership capability, acting as a leader among developers, mentoring teams, driving best practices, and ensuring the creation of scalable, secure, and high-performance systems.

Core Responsibilities

Full Stack Software Engineering

  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade web applications
  • Build scalable front-end solutions using React and TypeScript
  • Develop back-end services and APIs using Node.js and Python
  • Architect end-to-end workflows across distributed systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues across the stack
  • Define coding standards, design patterns, and scalability frameworks
  • Mentor and guide engineering teams to ensure high-quality delivery

API & Integration Architecture

  • Design and architect scalable REST APIs
  • Lead integration strategy across third-party platforms and SaaS systems
  • Define and implement secure authentication frameworks (OAuth, SSO, JWT)
  • Own API lifecycle management including versioning, governance, and standards
  • Establish reusable and secure API design principles

Azure Cloud Architecture & Governance

  • Act as Azure Super Administrator across environments
  • Design and govern Azure cloud infrastructure and architecture
  • Oversee App Registrations and Enterprise Application strategy
  • Lead Entra ID (Azure AD), SSO integration, RBAC design, and identity governance
  • Enforce cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks
  • Drive performance, reliability, and cost optimization strategies

Data & Platform Architecture

  • Define enterprise-level data platform and pipeline architecture
  • Oversee ingestion frameworks and system integration patterns
  • Guide data modeling and database design for SaaS platforms
  • Partner with data teams to ensure scalable and governed data ecosystems

Database Engineering

  • Architect and standardize relational database schemas
  • Oversee query performance optimization and scalability strategies
  • Govern usage of PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and related technologies
  • Establish data quality, integrity, and governance practices

AI Solutions Engineering (Strategic Oversight)

  • Drive adoption of AI-powered capabilities across products
  • Define and lead LLM integration strategy within applications
  • Establish architectural patterns for AI-enabled workflows
  • Guide engineering teams on delivering AI-enhanced SaaS features

DevOps & CI/CD Governance

  • Define source control standards and branching strategies
  • Architect and oversee CI/CD pipelines and release processes
  • Drive automation and reliability in deployment workflows
  • Oversee environment management across Dev, QA, and Production

Security & Governance

  • Architect secure application and API ecosystems
  • Oversee authentication, authorization, and access control frameworks
  • Enforce enterprise-wide security standards and compliance controls
  • Lead security reviews, risk mitigation, and audit alignment

Enterprise Security & Identity Governance

  • Azure Subscription Owner
  • Enterprise Application Owner
  • Azure App Registration Owner
  • SSO & OAuth2 Architecture
  • Identity Governance and RBAC Design
  • Access Management Strategy and API Security Architecture
  • Secret Management and Security Governance
  • Vendor Security Assessments and Risk Management
  • Production Access and Infrastructure Governance
  • Final authority for security reviews and approvals

Platform Governance (Retool)

  • Own governance and architecture of Retool platform usage
  • Define application design standards and integration frameworks
  • Establish access control, environment strategy, and platform governance

Leadership & Client Engagement

  • Act as a technical leader and escalation point across teams
  • Engage directly with clients and stakeholders to shape solutions
  • Lead architecture discussions, design reviews, and technical strategy
  • Mentor and develop engineers across multiple teams
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration and engineering excellence
  • Contribute to long-term technology roadmap and innovation strategy

Required Qualifications (Must Have)

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture (Azure preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in API design and integrations
  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering and platform design
  • Proven experience building enterprise SaaS applications end-to-end
  • Strong expertise in React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Python
  • Experience designing scalable APIs and distributed systems
  • Strong knowledge of OAuth2, SSO, JWT authentication frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with Azure services (Entra ID, RBAC, App Registrations)
  • Advanced SQL and database design expertise
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex production systems
  • Strong understanding of security, governance, and compliance frameworks

Preferred / Good to Have

  • Experience with AI/LLM integrations and prompt engineering
  • Familiarity with Retool platform development
  • Azure subscription ownership or admin-level experience
  • Experience with cloud monitoring and cost optimization
  • Exposure to advanced identity governance and enterprise security models

Preferred Media Domain Experience

  • Programmatic advertising systems (DSP, SSP)
  • Personalization and recommendation platforms
  • Identity resolution and post-cookie ecosystem
  • Marketing analytics, attribution, and campaign optimization systems
  • Ad-tech ecosystem – digital advertising platforms, targeting, campaign optimization, and performance measurement

Location:

DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata N1 Block

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Skills Required

  • 5+ years of experience in cloud architecture (Azure preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in API design and integrations
  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering and platform design
  • Proven experience building enterprise SaaS applications end-to-end
  • Expertise in React and TypeScript
  • Expertise in Node.js and Python
  • Experience designing scalable APIs and distributed systems
  • Strong knowledge of OAuth2, SSO, and JWT authentication frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with Azure services (Entra ID/Azure AD, RBAC, App Registrations)
  • Advanced SQL and relational database design expertise (PostgreSQL, SQL Server)
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex production systems
  • Strong understanding of security, governance, and compliance frameworks
  • Experience with AI/LLM integrations and prompt engineering
  • Familiarity with Retool platform development
  • Azure subscription ownership or admin-level experience
  • Experience with cloud monitoring and cost optimization
  • Experience in programmatic advertising, personalization, or marketing analytics (preferred domain experience)

dentsu Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave at full pay and caregiver supports (including backup care) are emphasized as standout elements. Feedback suggests family-oriented benefits are a strong part of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible or unlimited PTO, extensive paid holidays, and a year-end office closure are established components. Feedback suggests time-off policies are generous and add meaningful flexibility.
  • Retirement Support A large, established 401(k) plan with employer matching is clearly documented. Feedback suggests retirement benefits feel competitive and straightforward.

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