Technical Lead - Search
We are looking for a Technical Lead with deep hands-on experience in both backend engineering and applied machine learning to join Myntra s Search team. This team drives some of the most critical experiences on the platform powering query understanding, auto-suggestions, and search ranking for millions of users.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building scalable search and ML systems, leading technical discussions, and collaborating closely with engineers, data scientists, and product teams to continuously improve our search relevance and user experience.
Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and optimize search algorithms, ranking models, and ML-based relevance solutions.
6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3+ years in an ML role.
Strong expertise in search technologies such as Elasticsearch, Solr, or OpenSearch, along with a deep understanding of query processing and ranking.
Hands-on experience with ML-based solutions.
Proficiency in backend technologies (Java, Python, or Scala) and distributed computing frameworks (Spark, Kafka, or similar).
Experience in building and scaling high-performance, real-time search systems in a production environment.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical depth with business impact.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with NLP, LLMs, or deep learning for search
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge search and ML challenges in one of India s leading fashion e-commerce platforms.
Lead a team driving innovation in search experiences that impact millions of users.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment with a strong focus on technology and customer experience.
If you are passionate about search technologies, ML-driven ranking, and leading high-impact engineering teams, we d love to hear from you!
Myntra is India s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.
We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We re bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit.
Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.
We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us.
From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.
Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.
Keyskills: Backend Machine learning SCALA Agile Manager Technology Technical Lead E-commerce Stakeholder management Distribution system Python
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