Software Engineer – Team Lead

Description

Position Overview:

The Software Engineer – Team Lead coordinates and participates in the development of Android software for fitness console development with global R&D teams. Directly manages a team of 4-6 Software Engineers and works with Product Owners and Global R&D to develop clear requirements/standards, review/assist in key phase gates, and help achieve quality, cost, and delivery of projects. Will focus on management of multiple projects through Johnson’s Digital Product Development process to develop console software.

Leading by example, the ideal candidate will leverage sound technical knowledge to improve products and processes while guiding and inspiring team members. Has a strong capability to anticipate and resolve engineering development challenges early and effectively. Blends solid engineering skill and personnel leadership excellence.

Responsibilities:

· Assists Engineering Manager in attracting and hiring top engineering talent

· Provides work direction to engineers under supervision

· Trains staff in product development processes

· Works with engineers to meet KPI expectations

· Serve as communication lead between global software teams

· Drive consistency for task tracking and schedule for global software teams

· Provide technical leadership for global software teams

· Balance overall company needs for NPD and how Software Development fits into development of new products

· Partner with Software teams for two-way support for product development

· Translate marketing requirements into actionable technical tasks for the R&D team

· Lead individual development projects as needed

Requirements

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Science / Technical Engineering.

Experience:

· 3 to 5 years of Android development experience.

· Experience mentoring or leading team members is a must.

· 7 to 10 years of object-oriented programming in a language such as C , C# or Java

· 6 years of UI based application development

· 2 years with built-in and integration unit testing

· 5 years writing or editing technical documentation

· 5 years or project sustaining or inheritance

· 2 years project architecting in a team environment

Other Requirements:

· Ability and willingness to travel both internationally and domestically, communicate with overseas teams during non-business hours

· Ability to work well with numerous diverse groups and individuals

· Ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

· Health & Dental Insurance

· Company paid Life Insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid Time Off benefits

· Product discounts

· Wellness programs