A Team Lead sits at the crossroads of code, people and product. Your CV needs to show both: that you can still ship, and that you can grow a team while you do it. This template helps you frame the leadership work concretely, with the metrics recruiters actually scan for.
Copy these as starting points and swap in your own numbers.
2024–2025 estimates. Wide ranges by experience and seniority.
Not necessarily. If you've been a tech lead, mentored juniors or owned small projects end-to-end, that counts. Just show it on your CV with concrete examples instead of vague phrases.
It depends on the company. Product startups often want a hands-on lead who still ships code. Larger companies lean more on people and process work. Read the job description carefully and weight your CV accordingly.
Be honest about the size. A team of 4 you genuinely grew is more impressive than 'coordinated 20+ people' with no detail. Recruiters value specifics and outcomes far more than headcount alone.
Yes, definitely. Even leads are screened for stack familiarity. A short Tech Stack section with 6-10 core technologies is enough, no need to list every tool you've ever touched.