Lead Software Developer

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a fast-growing technology company in the Dallas, TX area, for a Lead Software Developer to help drive the architecture and delivery of key product platforms. This is a chance to take technical ownership of high-impact projects while mentoring a talented engineering team and shaping how the organization builds software going forward.

Day to day, you will split time between hands-on coding, architectural decision-making, and guiding fellow developers through code reviews and design discussions. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, enjoys solving hard technical problems, and takes pride in shipping clean, well-tested, scalable code alongside a motivated team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable software applications and services
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Mentor and guide mid-level and junior developers through code reviews and pairing
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns
• Drive technical decision-making for new features and system improvements
• Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and agile ceremonies
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues across the stack
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and technologies as needed
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes for the team
• Partner with QA to ensure high standards of software quality and reliability

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or lead developer capacity
• Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#
• Experience designing and building microservices and RESTful APIs
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor other engineers
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Hybrid work schedule with flexible hours
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Life and disability insurance
• Parental leave benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Collaborative, growth-focused team culture

Job Type: Full-Time | Work Type: Hybrid | Industry: Information Technology | Experience: Mid-Senior