Lead Software Engineer - Hybrid, White Plains or Farmington

Job Summary

The Lead Software Engineer will be part of the team responsible for building and maintaining reinsurance treaty platform.

The Lead Software Engineer develops, implements, and maintains software solutions that enable business operations to realize company goals and objectives.

The incumbent performs analysis, design, coding, debugging, testing, and support of software applications. They may be assigned to develop new applications / systems, enhance / upgrade existing systems.

They will work independently on projects of increased scope and complexity.

This role will require some level of traveling.

We are looking for a hands-on technical lead to willing to work hybrid, once-a-week in the White Plains, NY or Farmington, CT offices.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical design, development, and delivery of new features and in the resolution of critical software related issues.

Translate user stories into engineering artifacts and complete software development work, which includes application design, coding, code review and testing.

Work on performance tuning, code optimization, refactoring, automation, and CI / CD implementation.

Builds close working relationships with business stakeholders, ensuring they are kept up to date and involved.

Works with QA colleagues to support the robust testing of system changes.

Conducts system prototype demonstrations to validate requirements with stakeholders.

Manage engineering risks by proactively tracking and communicating issues and devising methods to mitigate them.

Maintain a working knowledge of new technology and software engineering standards, practices, and tools.

Supports the resolution of in-depth user questions and production issues following support process and SLA’s.

Produce technical specifications and design documents as required.

Produce high efficiency, good quality code to run large applications.

Responsible for oversight of a small team of engineers both offshore and onsite.

Education and Experience

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a combination of application development, architecture.

Broad expertise in theoretical and practical application of software engineering best practices, methods, and techniques

Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize software solutions. Effective communication, documentation, teamwork, and collaboration skills are vital for working in cross-functional teams.

Technology is continually evolving, so adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and approaches are crucial.

A Strong understanding of server-side software, scalability, performance, and reliability.

3+ years of experience in developing desktop applications.

At least 5+ years of rigorous application development and hands-on experience using Microsoft technology stack.

At least 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft .NET technologies

Proficiency in C# .NET, React, JavaScript, GraphQL, HTTP, REST, and SOAP.

Proficiency in SQL Server

Possess in-depth understanding of the multi-tiers application, cloud computing, and database design.

Proficiency in modern UI state management modular development.

In-depth experience in defects and enhancement management

In-depth experience with product / application development lifecycle

Proficiency in UI design & business process design

Experience working with authentication and authorization.

Proficient in working with large data and SQL Server.

Experience with Agile software development frameworks and processes e.g. JIRA.

Extensive knowledge of source code change management e.g. GitHub.

Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to discuss, articulate and simplify technology to non-technical people.

Knowledge of production support processes such as incident and problem management techniques.

Experience in API development and microservices architecture

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Management of Information Systems, or related field required.

Experience in building bespoke applications.

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Jersey City, NJ; New York State; and / or Washington State, the base salary range is listed below.

This range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$135,000 - $175,000 / year

Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs.

The above range may be modified in the future