Lead Software Developer at The Concept Group

Job Summary

• The Lead software developer oversees and manages a team of software developers and engineers.
• You are responsible for leading the technical direction of software projects, ensuring high-quality code, and delivering software solutions that meet the requirements and expectations of stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and expertise to the development team. Help them solve complex technical problems and make informed decisions.
• Project Management: Collaborate with project managers to define project requirements, scope, and timelines. Coordinate and prioritize tasks and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Team Management: Lead and manage a team of software developers, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluation. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Architectural Design: Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to design software solutions that meet business requirements. Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development methodologies.
• Code Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, maintain code quality, and identify areas for improvement. Implement and oversee quality assurance processes.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, design documents, and user guides. Ensure that documentation is accurate, up to date, and easily accessible.
• Collaboration and Communication: Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and other departments. Facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain open lines of communication.
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Identify opportunities for innovation, process improvement, and the adoption of new tools or frameworks.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges during the software development life cycle. Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the development team. Encourage learning, skills enhancement, and the adoption of new technologies to enhance team performance.

Requirements

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is typically required. Plus, professional certification.
• Experience: 7– 10 years in software development. This includes a strong understanding of software development processes, methodologies, and best practices. Prior experience in a leadership or senior developer role is often preferred.
• Expertise in Programming Languages: Proficiency in PHP, Java, JavaScript, and TypeScript, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Database Management: Extensive experience with database technologies including relational and non-relational databases, with a deep understanding of database design, optimization, and administration.
• Cloud Services: Hands-on experience with AWS and other cloud platforms, including but not limited to EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS, with a focus on deploying and managing cloud-based applications.

Skills/Competencies:

• Programming and Software Development: Proficiency in programming languages and software development methodologies is crucial. Programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript, and being able to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Technical Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in software development. management, cloud computing, and software architecture.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: Lead software developers need strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Leadership and Team Management: As a lead developer, you'll be responsible for guiding and supervising a team of developers.
• Project Management: Lead developers often handle multiple projects simultaneously. Effective project management skills are essential to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the desired quality standards.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills are vital for interacting with team members, stakeholders, and clients.