Senior / Lead / Senior Lead Software Engineer (Frontend - Angular) - (IGT1 Lanka: Poka)

About IGT1 Lanka 

IGT1 Lanka is a rapidly growing offshore technology and talent solutions company based in Port City Colombo. We are a fully owned subsidiary of IGT I Holdings Sweden AB, funded by the three of world’s leading private equity firms; EQT Group, Hg, and TA Associates. We’re also proud to be a sister company of IFS, Sri Lanka’s largest and most established technology company. 

At IGT1 Lanka, we partner with global businesses to scale operations, accelerate innovation, and build world-class SaaS platforms through high-quality offshore delivery. Our people-first culture champions diversity, teamwork, and continuous learning, creating an environment where talent thrives. 

With a team of over 400 professionals and counting, we are always looking for passionate, skilled individuals who want to make a global impact while being part of something extraordinary. 

Through our offshore collaboration model, you'll be embedded within the team of one of our esteemed international clients, contributing directly to high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives. 

About the client: Poka 

Poka is an innovative app designed for manufacturing companies that empower frontline workers to learn continuously, solve problems and collaborate in support of continuous improvement. Imagine a combination of Facebook and YouTube designed for factory workers. Say goodbye to paper, make way for tablets! 

Poka has become a catalyst for digital transformation and manufacturing leaders such as Nestlé, Bosch, Kraft and Danone trust us with their transition to Industry 4.0. 

Poka was acquired by IFS on June 20, 2023.

About the role: 

Reporting directly to the head of engineering in Sri Lanka, the lead software engineer will be participating in building Poka’s engineering department in Sri Lanka. This is a unique opportunity to build a team from the ground up and have a direct impact on the global manufacturing landscape.

During the first 6 months, the lead software engineer will learn Poka product, architecture, software, best practices, and processes.

During the second half of the year, the team will expand with software engineers and senior engineers. Our goal is to create at least two engineering teams before the end of the first year. The lead software engineer will be responsible for training the team.  Both engineering teams in Sri Lanka will start impacting Poka’s product.

During the second year, each engineering team will become the owner of a Poka module. They will own the development of new features, maintenance, technical improvement, and deployment of the module.

Preferred Skills and Experience: 

• University degree or equivalent professional qualifications
• 4 - 7 years or more of experience building web applications for enterprise software
• Professional experience working with TypeScript and Angular 
• Experience with RxJS is a plus
• Knowledge of iterative software development, including agile methodologies
• Knowledge of modern software engineering principles, including but not limited to shift-left, testing pyramid, cloud computing, CI/CD, distributed architecture, and feature flags.
• Experience making, presenting, debating, and documenting architectural decisions
• Experience in participating in the interview process. You have a high bar for talent and you expect to work in a high-performance environment
• Comfortable presenting to software engineers, managers, and senior engineering leadership

In addition:

• Experience working with startups based in North America is a plus
• Experience building an engineering department in Sri Lanka from scratch is a plus

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships. #Li-Hybrid