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Lead Software Engineer is an intermediate technical leadership role responsible for helping the team set the tone with following the approved architecture and producing solutions and design considerations for the development, maintenance, and improvement of software applications. The role will also establish best practices in software development, coding, code-review, testing, and problem-solving. This role will be expected to deliver complex pieces of deliverables for a project.
Essential Functions:- Understand the end-to-end technical flow of the project
- Collaborate with the business and architects to understand, suggest, and follow best practices and implement solutions.
- Influence technical solutions by sharing knowledge and brainstorming within the team.
- Help the team to move forward with the technical problem-solving skills.
- Assist in code review and enforce standard practices within the team.
- Continuously learn and adapt to recent technologies and development practices.
- Go-to person for trying out innovative solutions or conducting proof-of-concepts.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent training.
- 5+ years of experience in software development.
- Experienced in working in a full-stack environment.
- Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and practices
- Strong knowledge on industry best practices on technical and architectural practices
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and technical influencing skills
- Relevant project experience of working in complex environments preferred
- Project experience in working on Agile full-stack teams delivering multiple projects preferred
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract.
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent training
- 5+ years of experience in software development
- Experience working in a full-stack environment
- Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and practices
- Strong knowledge of technical and architectural industry best practices
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and technical influencing skills
- Relevant project experience of working in complex environments
- Project experience in working on Agile full-stack teams delivering multiple projects
Empower (empower) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) match up to 6% plus potential discretionary contributions and no‑cost financial planning signal strong retirement support. This focus on retirement consistently elevates the value of the total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with mental‑health resources, wellness incentives, and HSA contributions indicates a robust health offering. Multiple plan options and supportive services (such as virtual care and second opinions) expand access and utility.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO programs (including Responsible Time for exempt roles), paid holidays, floating days, and paid volunteer hours offer strong time‑off coverage. These features contribute materially to overall compensation value.
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What We Do
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