Provides technical leadership to a team of software developers, guiding the team's direction and growth by analyzing project needs, consulting with stakeholders, examining system flow, data usage, and work processes, investigating problem areas, and following the software development lifecycle.
Leads software development projects by managing the team's resources and timelines, ensuring that the team delivers high-quality code and meets project deadlines.
Designs, develops, and tests software solutions by creating high-quality, reusable, and scalable code using advanced programming languages and technologies.
Ensures the technical feasibility of proposed project designs by closely collaborating with the design team and stakeholders.
Drives coding standards and best practices by implementing effective software development methodologies, conducting peer code reviews, and mentoring team members.
Identifies and resolves complex technical issues by continuously monitoring software performance, identifying issues, and developing effective solutions.
Maintains technical knowledge and expertise by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment, and by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
Supports project/product management activities by working closely with project/product managers and stakeholders to understand and define project goals and scopes, ensuring that technical solutions meet business objectives.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative technical solutions that enhance user interaction and experience.
Ensures quality of software through thorough testing and debugging, working closely with the QA team to build and maintain automated tests.
Qualifications:
Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
Project Management: Experience with agile project management and workflow tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or similar.
Version Control: Proficiency in using Git or other version control systems.
Competencies
Technical Skills
Expertise in one or more programming languages, such as Ruby, Java, and JavaScript.
Strong background in designing, implementing, and managing microservices architecture, including Domain-Driven Design (DDD), domain-driven architectures, and multi-tenant SaaS platforms.
Knowledge of frontend and backend technologies, databases, cloud services, and APIs.
Understanding of software architecture and design principles, including modularization, bounded contexts, event-driven patterns, and multi-tenant strategies (data isolation, tenant onboarding, and scaling).
Familiarity with continuous integration, continuous delivery, and deployment tools.
Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with DDD, SaaS, and compliance best practices.
Compliance & Security
Knowledge and hands-on experience with ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type I & II, GDPR, CCPA, and related security/privacy frameworks.
Ability to design architectures and processes for data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance, including access controls, auditing, and vendor risk assessments.
Experience implementing secure software development lifecycles (SSDLC) and data retention/deletion policies across multi-tenant SaaS environments.
Problem-Solving Skills
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to troubleshoot complex software issues across distributed systems and microservices.
Leadership Skills
Proven ability to lead a team with a track record of delivering high-quality software projects.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Teamwork Skills
Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Mentoring Skills
Ability to mentor and guide developers on best practices, including DDD, SaaS, multi-tenant design, compliance, and microservice architecture.
Attention to Detail
High attention to detail with a passion for delivering high-quality, secure, and compliant software.
Time Management
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and time effectively.
Adaptability
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies, compliance frameworks, and programming tools.
Continuous Learning
Commitment to keeping up with the latest trends and best practices in software development, security, compliance, SaaS, and DDD.
User-Centric
A strong focus on user experiences and outcomes.
Knowledge of UX principles and best practices.
Fluency in English
Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
Flexibility in Work Schedule
Willingness and ability to adjust work schedule as necessary to collaborate with team members in different time zones, meet project deadlines, or address urgent issues.