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Lead Software Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Sat, Aug 15, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days

Job Summary

Leading a team of software engineers, the full-time Lead Software Engineer will design, develop, and implement complex applications, ensuring compliance with development practices while mentoring junior staff in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities
  • Oversee the technical design, coding, and testing of new applications and enhancements to existing systems
  • Identify and address gaps in requirements, managing risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
  • Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define system requirements and technical specifications
Required qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science, or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
  • 8 years of experience in software design, development, and testing
  • Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure
  • Experience with database technologies including SQL and NoSQL systems

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