The Lead Software Engineer is responsible for driving the technical direction, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will serve as both a technical expert and a team leader, guiding a group of engineers to execute projects successfully. This position requires a strong background in software engineering, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams to achieve business objectives.

Technical Leadership (30%):

Define the technical roadmap for projects and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Architect, design, and develop scalable, maintainable, and secure software solutions.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering growth and skill development.

Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.

Hands-On Development (30%):

Actively participate in coding, debugging, and testing to contribute to project success.

Lead the development of critical components, setting a standard for coding excellence and performance.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring system stability and reliability.

Project Management (15%):

Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope.

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring timely completion and high quality.

Break down complex projects into manageable tasks and delegate effectively across the team.

Collaboration & Communication (15%):

Facilitate communication between engineering teams and other departments to ensure alignment and clarity.

Act as the primary point of contact for technical inquiries related to your team’s projects.

Present technical concepts and progress updates to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Continuous Improvement (10%):

Advocate for and implement best practices in software development, including agile methodologies, CI/CD, and DevOps principles.

Identify areas for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance team productivity and efficiency.

Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to keep the team ahead of the curve.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience:

7+ years of experience in software engineering, with a minimum of 2+ years in a technical leadership role.

Proven track record of delivering complex software projects on time and within scope.

Strong experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.

Technical Skills:

Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.

Proficiency in front-end and back-end development, as well as database design and optimization.

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes.

Soft Skills:

Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Experience with microservices architecture and API development.

Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).

Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards, particularly in regulated industries.

Experience with AI/ML technologies or data-driven application development is a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.