Lead Software Engineering

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate to gather and review software requirements/user stories, provide estimates, create software design specifications, and collaborate with engineers/architects to assess and test hardware and software interactions.
• Execute a specific development methodology through application of various programming languages.
• Create and execute automated test plans/strategies utilizing business requirements and collaborate with engineers/architects, clients, etc. to validate test environments, test data and test results, design and implement code fixes, validate outcomes against expected results, and produce associated reporting.
• Support applications and solve configuration and environment issues. Support the software deployment process.

Requirements

• Proven problem-solving skills with hands-on experience in Java Spring Boot, Kafka (event-driven programming), Cassandra, Kubernetes, and Azure cloud fundamentals.
• Expertise in troubleshooting complex software problems and developing effective solutions.
• Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate complex technical details to various stakeholders.
• Leadership skills to guide, motivate, and bring engineering standards to the team.
• Typically requires 5-8 years of experience in a similar role.

Nice to Have

• Preferred Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Science, Electrical Engineering, or Math.
• Developer nanodegree or equivalent experience.
• Strong domain knowledge across multiple domains and understanding of complex systems and architectures.
• Unwavering design integrity and decision-making rooted in best practices and engineering principles.
• Strong engineering practices including coding standards, continuous integration, and deployment.
• Technical proficiency in coding, troubleshooting, infrastructure tuning, and performance optimization.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 5-8 years of experience in a similar role.
• Preferred Bachelor's of Science degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation and 9 holidays annually)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond legal requirements
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% on eligible AT&T mobility plans, internet, and accessories