Lead Software Engineer

Medium; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Medium is seeking a Lead Software Developer to guide engineering teams while building scalable distributed systems. This hands-on role involves designing and delivering production software, mentoring developers, and utilizing advanced practices such as automated CI/CD pipelines and AI-assisted tools. Applicants should have over 7 years of professional experience, proficiency in C#, SQL, and modern web frameworks such as React and TypeScript. The base salary ranges from $140,000 to $180,000 plus benefits, with some travel required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years in a technical lead or senior engineering role.
• Strong experience developing applications using C# and SQL.
• Experience developing modern web applications using React and TypeScript.
• Experience building distributed systems in cloud environments such as Azure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of modern software systems.
• Mentor and guide a team of 5–15 software developers.
• Develop and deliver production software using C#, React, SQL, and TypeScript.
• Design and implement applications deployed on Azure.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub or Azure DevOps.

Skills

C#

SQL

React

TypeScript

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud environments

AI-assisted development tools

Tools

Azure

GitHub

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Valorem Reply is an award‑winning digital transformation firm focused on delivering solutions around data‑driven enterprise, IT modernization, customer experience, product transformation and digital workplace by leveraging the power of Microsoft technologies. We provide hyper‑scale and agile delivery of unique digital business services, strategic business models and design‑led user experiences. Our innovative strategies and solutions securely and rapidly transform the way our clients do business.

We are seeking a Lead Software Developer to design and deliver modern software systems. This role combines hands‑on development with technical leadership, guiding engineering teams while building scalable distributed systems. You will work closely with engineers, architects, and product stakeholders to design reliable systems and deliver production software. The role emphasizes automated CI/CD pipelines and modern engineering practices, including the use of AI‑assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, and GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of modern software systems.
• Mentor and guide a team of 5–15 software developers.
• Develop and deliver production software using C#, React, SQL, and TypeScript.
• Design and implement applications deployed on Azure.
• Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub or Azure DevOps.
• Use and promote AI‑assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, and GitHub Copilot.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering standards.
• Collaborate with architects, product managers, and stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years in a technical lead or senior engineering role.
• Strong experience developing applications using C#, SQL, and familiarity with other non‑relational databases.
• Experience developing modern web applications using React and TypeScript.
• Experience building distributed systems in cloud environments such as Azure.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub or Azure DevOps.
• Travel requirement: up to 20%.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience designing microservice architectures.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Experience with event‑driven systems or messaging technologies.
• Experience establishing architecture standards across teams.
• Experience delivering software in consulting or client‑facing environments.
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or GitHub Copilot.

About Reply

Reply specializes in the design and implementation of solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. Reply is a network of highly specialized companies supporting global industrial groups operating in the telecom and media, industry and services, banking, insurance and public administration sectors in the definition and development of business models enabled for the new paradigms of AI, cloud computing, digital media and the Internet of Things. Reply services include Consulting, System Integration and Digital Services.

The base compensation range for this full‑time position is between $140,000 and $180,000 plus benefits. Compensation decisions are supported through market data, where regional variances may exist based on cost of labor. We also take into consideration prior experience, relevant skills, education and/or training, certifications and, as applicable, other required qualifications. If you have questions regarding compensation, the talent acquisition team can provide relevant details during the interview process.

Reply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you need assistance and reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, email us at [e-mail]. Visit our website at www.reply.com to learn more about our open roles.