Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

We are Lennar 

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

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We are seeking a talented Lead Software Engineer to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying software applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Your Responsibilities on the Team 

• Collaborate with project stakeholders (product owners, UX researchers, data team, QA team, project managers, cross team leads and designers) to understand functional and non-functional requirements.
• Promote a collaborative team environment and work closely with colleagues to achieve business objectives.
• Responsible for planning work estimation and forecasting.
•  Adhere to architecture, design, implementation, security standards and best practices.
• Investigate and propose solutions to development and design problems.
• Conduct analysis to determine integration needs, and design and plan integrations.
• Prepare technical documentation, including software design evaluation plans and test results.
•  Write high-quality code that satisfies customer needs and strives for simplicity, clarity, and testability.
• Implement unit and integration tests and conduct functional and performance testing where appropriate.
•  Participate in code reviews or use collaborative programming techniques to promote high quality business outcomes. 
• Develop reusable software building blocks to enable faster delivery.
• Improve performance of existing software by diagnosing and resolving critical issues. 
• Establish development practices and processes.
• Manage and mentor software engineers.

Requirements 

• Master’s degree in computer science and worked at a company for 5+ years with web technology stack and web standards.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems or equivalent degree and worked at a company for 7+ years with web technology stack and web standards.
• Growth mindset and a willingness to learn new skills, technologies, and frameworks.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. 
• Proven track record for managing a team of developers to achieve company goals. 
• Proven track record for architecting, scaling and implementing complex technical solutions.
• Proven track record of leadership in Agile environments, with excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for mentoring and empowering team members.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information in a condensed manner to various stakeholders verbally and in writing.
• Strong expertise in JavaScript (7+ years) with deep understanding of advanced principles of client-side and server-side development.
• High proficiency in React.js (5+ years), with a solid background in building performant UI components with modern hooks and design patterns.
• Proficiency in Next.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL, demonstrating the ability to architect and implement robust front-end solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to deploy and maintain full stack applications.
• Knowledge in building and tooling processes such as CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and package managers, coupled with extensive experience in debugging and troubleshooting complex issues.
• Knowledge of containerization software such as Docker.
• Knowledge working with modern databases like mysql and postgres.

Preferred

• Headless CMS (Content Management System)
• E-commerce
• Flutter
• A/B testing
• Backend development
• Golang
• High-traffic websites
• Content Delivery Network
• Cloud platforms
• 3rd-party integrations (frontend) 
• Data analytics
• Terraform
• Familiarity implementing OIDC and OAuth workflows

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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