Lead Software Developer

Description

• Serve as lead architect and mentor for development teams through the entire software development life cycle, guiding code reviews, technical decisions, and best practices. • Design, implement, and maintain scalable software solutions aligned with client and business objectives. • Troubleshoot complex issues, proactively address risks, and provide thought leadership in agile sprint planning and retrospectives. • Work closely with Account Managers to understand business goals and translate requirements into elegant technical solutions. • Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Lead strategic conversations, address technical challenges candidly, and advocate for the long-term success of projects. • Ensure timely delivery and quality of code, architecture, and system deployments ensuring optimization. • Collaborate, cross-functional efforts with Project Managers to balance priorities, deadlines, and budgets. • Regularly evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and best practices to enhance productivity. • Implement and champion continuous integration, deployment, and testing processes. • Using several data points, identify opportunities for system optimization, automation, and technical innovation. • Stay abreast of industry trends and new technologies, suggesting improvements that drive business results. • Foster a team culture rooted in learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field preferred. • 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a technical or team leadership role. • Proven track record in architecting, deploying, and maintaining complex systems. • Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Proficiency in languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript. • Experience working in agile development environments and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. • Prior experience supporting marketing or agency initiatives is a plus.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO & Sick Leave • Medical Insurance (including FSA & HSA Options) • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) (with a company match) • Life Insurance • Long-term Disability • Short-term Disability

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