Lead Developer (Typescript experience) WFH

Position: Lead Developer
Work setup & shift: WFH | Dayshift

Why join us?

You'll have:

Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

Your Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team and lead the development, implementation, and management of our commercial lending platform. You will play a pivotal role in driving the technical direction of our platform. Leading a squad of talented developers, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. Your expertise will guide the team through complex technical challenges and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in enterprise software development within the financial services industry.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the development team, ensuring best practices in coding, architecture, and design.
Work Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of user stories, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
Architecture & Design: Support the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable system architectures.
Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives.
Code Review: Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Problem-Solving: Address technical issues and roadblocks, finding effective solutions to keep projects on track.
Innovation: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, advocating for their adoption where appropriate.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
TypeScript - non-negotiable
Preferred: Node, AWS, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL
Strong experience with data management, including databases, data modeling, schema definition, and data analytics.
Cloud & DevOps: Strong experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS/Azure) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines.
Agile Methodologies: In-depth understanding of Agile methodologies and experience leading Agile teams.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing technical teams.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.