What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Development Lead position at C_001 Transaction Network Services, Inc.?
An extraordinarily talented group of individuals work together every day to drive TNS' success, from both professional and personal perspectives. Come join the excellence! Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Software Development Lead to guide a small team of developers focused on building and enhancing our suite of Financial Markets software products. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical expertise, people management, and cross-functional coordination with direct involvement in the software development process. The ideal enjoys solving complex technical problems, improving processes and collaborating across teams to deliver stable, high-quality software. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Hands-On Development & Technical Leadership Drive the technical vision and develop an architectural roadmap for the suite of products Contribute directly to development efforts as needed – writing, reviewing and troubleshooting code in Java, Spring, JavaScript (Vue.js or similar) and SQL Lead development initiatives, ensuring quality, scalability and maintainability Guide the team in applying sound engineering practices, code standards and design principles Identify and execute UI/UX improvements to elevate product usability and customer satisfaction Team Leadership & Management Directly manage a team of software developers, including hiring, performance reviews, and career development Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning Encourage best practices through code reviews, pair programming, and continuous learning Process Improvement & Tooling Develop and refine development processes, including source control, deployment, CI/CD, and environment management Collaborate with internal groups to ensure developers have the necessary hardware, software, and tools Cross-Functional Collaboration Serve as the primary escalation point for customer-facing issues from the support team, including direct involvement in investigations and customer communications as needed Work closely with Product Management to translate product requirements into actionable development plans and timelines Communicate project status, risks, and updates to internal stakeholders and customers Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience. 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years providing technical leadership or mentoring Strong hands-on experience with modern web development technologies, including: Java, Spring Framework Vue.js (or similar JavaScript frameworks) PostgreSQL or other relational databases Experience building and maintain web-deployed or SaaS applications. Familiarity with software development best practices, including agile methodologies, CI/CD, version control (Git), and DevOps practices. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Clear, collaborative communication style and willingness to work cross-functionally Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with financial markets, exchanges, market data and market data vendor platforms Experience working in a fast-paced software environment. Familiarity with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Experience improving QA or test automation. For this role, we anticipate paying $151,000K-$183,000K annually. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. TNS offers a competitive benefit package including medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and a 401K plan with company match. If you are passionate about technology, love personal growth and opportunity, come see what TNS is all about! TNS is an equal opportunity employer. TNS evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. With employees based in 21 countries around the world, TNS is a leading global provider of data communication and interoperability services to diverse industries, such as retail, banking, payment processing, telecommunications and the financial markets. TNS’ services extend to over 60 countries and we deliver mission critical solutions to many Fortune 500 companies. TNS employees play a vital role in the delivery of our services and we recognize them as our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and benefit packages, and due to the global nature of our business we can offer opportunities to relocate to different locations, if your personal circumstances change. Please take the time to view the job openings on this website and submit an application. You are welcome to apply for multiple opportunities and our system is designed to keep you informed on your application status. What’s the next step in your career? Find out today!
Salary : $151,000 - $183,000