Senior Software Engineering Lead

Job Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled software engineering professional to lead our technical team. As a key member of our department, you will be responsible for driving technical decisions, overseeing software development, and enhancing our existing software platforms.

This is a coding/technical role with good management ownership mindset. You will be working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver complex software projects on time and to the agreed quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a creative and cohesive unit capable of delivering complex software projects.
• Coordinate with project managers and other software engineers to plan, design, develop, test, and maintain web-based and desktop applications.
• Provide technical leadership in all aspects of our software development processes.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of new software systems and enhancements to existing systems.
• Ensure all software engineering projects are delivered on time and to the agreed quality standards.
• Continually update technical knowledge and skills and share them with the team.
• Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.
• Provide regular performance feedback, coaching, and career development to team members.
• Facilitate root cause analysis of system issues and implement resolution strategies.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in software development, including at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
• Extensive experience in various programming languages such as Java, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Competent in Object Oriented Design, functional programming, and straightforward scripting to solve problems.
• Solid experience as a full stack developer, capable of working proficiently at both the backend and frontend levels.
• Familiar with modern software architectures and deployment methodologies and tools.
• Believes that software quality is not the work alone of the Quality Assurance team.
• Practiced unit testing and Test-Driven Development (TDD) and optionally Behavior-Driven Development (BDD).
• Experience in software development methodologies like Agile/Scrum.
• Strong knowledge of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL, and entity relationship modelling.
• Excellent problem-solving and detail orientation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, concurrent projects.

Additional Requirements:

• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful software product throughout its lifecycle.
• Solid understanding of the technology landscape including current and emerging technologies and best practices.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to deliver innovative and exciting solutions with an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing a team of software engineers with a commitment to their growth and professional development.
• Exceptional project management and organization skills.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations.
• Proficient in system-level design and experience with web services and service-oriented architecture.
• Experience in testing frameworks and practices, including unit, integration, and automated testing.
• Experience in securing software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
• Flexible to adapt to rapidly changing conditions and priorities.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and quickly adjust in a rapidly changing environment.

About This Role:

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a passion for technology. A background in software development is essential, and experience with agile methodologies would be advantageous. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment. If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for software development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.