Company Description
Savit Interactive, established in 2004, is a leading digital marketing and technology solutions company with a global presence across India, the US, UK, Australia, and the Middle East. With a team of over 100 professionals, Savit specializes in SEO, Performance Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Web Development, Marketing Automation, and Digital Transformation solutions.
As part of our technology expansion, we are building next-generation CRM, workflow automation, and business management platforms that leverage modern architecture, AI capabilities, and seamless integrations to drive operational excellence and business growth.
Job Description
We have an opening for a Web Developer Manager for our Mumbai office.
Job Title: Web Developer Manager
Location: Malad (W), Mumbai (Preferred) Full Time
Experience Required: 6-8 Years
Industry: Advertising Services / Digital Marketing / Technology
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Summary
The Web Development Manager will be responsible for managing the complete web development lifecycle from project planning and resource allocation to development, deployment, and post-launch support. This role requires a highly motivated leader who can mentor developers, oversee multiple client projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure exceptional technical quality while meeting business objectives.
Job Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of web developers to ensure high performance and continuous learning.
- Allocate projects and monitor workload to maximize team productivity.
- Conduct code reviews and maintain coding standards across projects.
- Coach junior and mid-level developers through regular feedback and technical guidance.
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance evaluations, and skill development initiatives.
- Foster a collaborative and innovation-driven team culture.
Project & Delivery Management
- Own end-to-end delivery of multiple web development projects.
- Plan project timelines, sprint activities, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, SEO, UI/UX Designers, Content, and Client Servicing teams.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.
- Identify project risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
- Manage client expectations and provide technical consultation whenever required.
Technical Responsibilities
- Oversee development of custom websites and web applications using PHP, Laravel, and WordPress.
- Guide frontend development using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React.js, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, AJAX, and jQuery.
- Ensure scalable architecture, clean coding practices, and reusable components.
- Review and optimize database structures using MySQL.
- Supervise REST API development and third-party integrations.
- Ensure website security, performance optimization, Core Web Vitals, and technical SEO implementation.
- Manage Git repositories, deployment processes, version control, and release management.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide effective solutions.
Quality & Process Improvement
- Define and implement development best practices, coding standards, and documentation processes.
- Establish QA procedures before deployment.
- Improve development workflows and introduce automation wherever possible.
- Keep the team updated with the latest technologies, frameworks, AI tools, and industry trends.
- Continuously improve development efficiency and delivery quality.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- years of hands-on experience in Web Development.
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading and managing development teams.
- Proven experience handling multiple client projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Experience working with Digital Marketing Agencies will be highly preferred.
Technical Skills Required
Backend Technologies
- PHP
- Laravel Framework
- WordPress (Custom Theme & Plugin Development)
- REST API Development
- MVC Architecture
- Composer
Frontend Technologies
- React.js
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript
Note: Frontend expertise is preferred but not mandatory.
Database Technologies
- MySQL
- Database Design & Optimization
- Query Performance Optimization
Development Tools
- Git
- GitHub/GitLab
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Docker (Preferred)
Experience
- 6-8 years of professional experience in Full Stack Web Development.
- Strong experience in developing scalable web applications using PHP, Laravel, React.js, and WordPress.
- Experience in managing development teams and mentoring developers.
- Hands-on experience in API integrations, CRM integrations, and payment gateway integrations.
- Proven ability to manage project timelines, client expectations, and technical delivery.
- Experience working on high-traffic, performance-driven websites and applications.
Preferred Skills
- AI API Integrations (OpenAI, Claude, Gemini).
- Marketing Automation Platforms and Integrations.
- Website Security Best Practices.
- Web Application Performance Optimization.
- Technical SEO Implementation.
- Cross-browser Compatibility Testing.
- Responsive Web Development.
- DevOps exposure using Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
Soft Skills
- Strong Leadership and Team Management skills.
- Excellent Problem-Solving and Analytical abilities.
- Effective Communication and Stakeholder Management skills.
- Strong Client Interaction and Presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Proactive, result-oriented, and ownership-driven mindset.
- Ability to mentor, guide, and motivate development teams.
Ideal Candidate
- A technically strong Full Stack Development leader with expertise in PHP, Laravel, React.js, and WordPress.
- Passionate about building scalable and secure web solutions.
- Experienced in managing teams and delivering multiple client projects successfully.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced Digital Marketing or Technology Agency environment.
- Strong business understanding with the ability to translate client requirements into technical solutions.
- Enthusiastic about adopting emerging technologies, including AI and Automation, to improve development efficiency and business outcomes.