Lead Software Engineer / Architect - Remote - Kforce Inc.

Union, NJ 07083

About the Job

Kforce is working with a well-known security and monitoring software-based firm (a prominent organization - recession proof!) seeking a Lead Software Engineer/Architect (Python or PHP). This is a remote position, but you must go onsite as needed to the New York, NY office or Union, NJ. Summary: We seek a Lead Software Engineer/Architect with a deep software engineering mindset interested in developing an intimate understanding of our business through daily interactions with our operations teams. Expect a dynamic role where you'll focus on technical implementation while maintaining open communication with stakeholders through weekly interactions. Responsibilities:

Architect and refine system design to ensure scalability and robust functionality.
Oversee the implementation of architectural improvements
Advocate for best practices and advanced approaches to improve overall code quality and system performance
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and deliver comprehensive solutions
Act as a point of contact for technical guidance and problem resolution, ensuring high reliability and system integrity
Guide and prioritize with a team of skilled Engineers, ensuring the execution of architectural enhancements
Champion best practices within the team to elevate code quality and mitigate production challenges
Collaborate closely with developers, QA, and DevOps teams to uncover and tackle development hurdles
Serve as the key problem resolution lead, providing expert forensics and debugging to swiftly resolve production issues

Requirements:

Extensive experience with backend technologies, particularly PHP and/or Python, and familiarity with frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular
Strong understanding of data-driven architectures and relational databases
Experience with queue-based architectures, preferably RabbitMQ or similar
Capability to effectively troubleshoot and optimize both backend and frontend issues
Knowledge of evolving from monolithic structures to microservices
Agile development methodology expertise
Effective mentorship skills, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Practical experience with communication APIs, such as Twilio
Solid understanding and practice of Scrum and Agile methodologies
Advise on new technology, development tools and emerging standards

Able to perform the following duties:

Team Leadership: Serve as the team lead for our architecture team, guiding the development and implementation of innovative architectural solutions
Cross-Team Mentorship: Act as the lead mentor across all development teams, providing expertise, mentorship, and guidance to elevate technical skills and foster professional growth
Standards Development: Establish and refine standards and guidelines that will shape the practices and procedures of the entire development team, ensuring consistency and quality in our deliverables
Task Management: Delegate and review tasks effectively, ensuring project milestones are met efficiently while upholding high standards of quality
Code Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code integrity, encourage best practices, and facilitate continuous improvement across all projects
Serve as the key problem resolution lead, providing expert forensics and debugging to swiftly resolve production issues

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Source : Kforce Inc.