Software Engineer III Team Lead (Java Backend)

TL;DR

Software Engineer III Team Lead (Java): Guiding and leading a team of software engineers, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality software products with an accent on fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Focus on providing technical expertise, architecture decisions, and code reviews.

Location: Remote across North America

Company

hirify.global is modernizing how utilities serve their communities with a cloud-native customer service and operations platform purpose-built for modern utilities.

What you will do

• Provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to define and prioritize user stories and backlog items.
• Serve as the Agile advocate and coach for the team, facilitating Agile ceremonies and ensuring adherence to methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team, assisting with architecture decisions, code reviews, and problem-solving.
• Ensure the team follows coding standards, best practices, and quality guidelines.
• Identify skill gaps within the team and provide training, guidance, and opportunities for skill development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ Years of experience in software development, with a focus on Java backend web applications.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentorship role.
• Proficiency in Java programming language and related frameworks.
• Strong understanding of backend development concepts such as RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and asynchronous processing.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Nice to have

• Interest in expanding knowledge and applying knowledge to solve industry problems.
• Experience working with web technologies HTML, Javascript, and CSS.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first environment with flexible working hours across North America.
• Comprehensive compensation package that grows with you.
• MacBook + $500 to create your ideal home workspace.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.
• Generous PTO, Summer Friday half-days, and unlimited sick days.
• $2,500 annual development fund, tuition assistance, and Book Bounty program.