Lead Software Engineer

Software Developer Lead Along with recent Insurance Industry domain experience, Top 5 Must-Haves would be:

• .NET core
• Entity Framework, EF Core, LINQ
• JavaScript frameworks (Angular, KendoUI, Vue.js, React)
• Microsoft SQL Server, database design, and structured query language (SQL)
• Microservice architecture, API development, and integration

This Role Is Onsite in Troy, MI

Who We Are Looking For

Our Software Developer Lead position requires a strong combination of technical leadership, strategic planning, and people management skills to drive successful software development initiatives. The individual in this role will lead a team of developers, leverage the features of Azure DevOps, and ensure high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while mentoring team members.

What YOU Will Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a high-performing software development team to deliver high-quality solutions using Azure DevOps.
• Balance technical leadership and execution approach to meet the delivery schedule.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with team leads, business analysts, and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects align with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate and contribute to architectural tasks.
• Oversee the entire SDLC, from planning to post deployment using Azure DevOps pipelines and boards.
• Configure and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated testing to streamline development processes.
• Manage technical debt, scalability, and system performance.
• Follow and enforce best practices in source code management, version control, and branching strategies using Azure Repos.
• Manage and track project progress and timelines using Azure Boards, ensuring clear communication and collaboration within the team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by monitoring key metrics and identifying areas for process optimization using Azure DevOps analytics.
• Provide regular reports on project status, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Lead performance evaluations and coach team members for growth.
• Contribute to software development as needed, particularly in .NET, C#, and database technologies.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, product owners, and executives.

What It Takes (some or all)

• 3 years of experience managing software developers utilizing Azure DevOps
• 5 years of hands-on experience in software development
• Strong technical background in:
• .NET ecosystem [.NET Framework and .NET Core along with ASP.NET] and C#
• Entity Framework, EF Core, LINQ
• JavaScript frameworks (Angular, KendoUI, Vue.js, React)
• Microsoft SQL Server, database design, and structured query language (SQL)
• Microservice architecture, API development, and integration
• Cloud services is a plus
• Microsoft DevOps practices and tools
• Experience with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts)
• Deep understanding of DevOps principles, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, automated testing, and release management
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices, including code reviews, source control, testing, and deployment
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and automated build and deployment processes
• Strong background in Agile methodologies and the ability to implement Agile practices within the development team
• Experience partnering with product or program management teams
• Highly motivated to excel and drive team success
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Insurance Industry knowledge a plus

Along with recent Insurance Industry domain experience, Top 5 Must-Haves would be:

• .NET core
• Entity Framework, EF Core, LINQ
• JavaScript frameworks (Angular, KendoUI, Vue.js, React)
• Microsoft SQL Server, database design, and structured query language (SQL)
• Microservice architecture, API development, and integration

Compensation depends on experience but is typically $110K-$140K annually.