Lead, Software Engineer

About Our Client:

The organization operates within the data and identity industry, addressing challenges related to personalized marketing, customer data management, and digital media. It supports brands by enabling scalable delivery of personalized experiences and fostering lasting customer relationships through data and identity solutions. The company has a global presence across over 30 countries and employs more than 8,000 people.

About the Opportunity:

The LEAD, SOFTWARE ENGINEER role is designed to drive the research, design, and development of software and network applications that support the organization's business objectives. This position contributes by delivering core software features, enhancing system performance, and ensuring secure, scalable solutions. The role also plays a critical part in mentoring peers, troubleshooting production issues, and collaborating across teams to maintain high-quality software delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Research, design, and develop software and specialized utility programs
• Collaborate with product owners and technical managers to define and refine requirements
• Evaluate proofs of concept and provide strategic technology recommendations
• Deliver software features adhering to coding standards and functional requirements
• Identify and resolve technical issues in production environments
• Implement hotfixes in coordination with development teams and stakeholders
• Analyze and remediate security vulnerabilities ensuring ongoing compliance
• Support team members with coding best practices and testing strategies
• Design and execute performance tests and monitor application logs
• Collaborate to develop and implement product integrations
• Provide technical feedback on application performance and scalability

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, plus three years of relevant experience
• Three years of experience designing and developing backend APIs using Java for WebSocket and RESTful communication
• Experience developing scalable microservices with the Micronaut framework
• Experience creating and managing Databricks batch jobs with Apache Spark
• Experience developing Angular UI components integrated with Node.js backends
• Proficiency with GoCD for CI/CD pipeline implementation
• Experience with AWS services including S3, Lambda, API Gateway, and SSM
• Experience using Terraform for Infrastructure as Code
• Ability to develop Python and Shell scripts for automation
• Experience utilizing Kafka for event-driven architectures and ELK Stack for logging
• Experience with integration testing using the Gauge framework
• Experience conducting performance testing with the K6 framework
• Experience managing PostgreSQL databases with Liquibase for schema version control

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.