Lead Software Engineer

Ampcus, Inc; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tech consulting firm is seeking a highly motivated Lead Software Engineer in Columbia, MD. The role involves leading design and development of applications, guiding software engineers, and managing project technical resources. A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science and 8+ years of software design experience are required. Candidates should also have strong cloud technology knowledge, experience with Agile methodologies, and excellent communication skills. This hybrid position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8 years of software design and development experience.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with database technologies (SQL, Oracle, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of applications.
• Identify and solve problems in software requirements.
• Manage technical resources for project outcomes.

Skills

Software design

Software development

Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure)

Agile methodologies

Database technologies (SQL, Oracle, MongoDB)

Communication skills

Integration frameworks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

CI/CD tools

Testing frameworks

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

Lead Software Engineer.

Location

Columbia, MD. (Hybrid).

Purpose

• Performs complex analysis, design, development, automated unit and integration testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment.
• Designs, codes, tests, developments, and documents application programs for computer systems. Works with end-users and project stakeholders to define system scope and objectives.
• Manages modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures. Leads stakeholders and product owner meetings to define software requirements and create highly complex systems. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers.

Essential Functions

• 25%: Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and implementation of multiple applications. Performs and leads the detail technical design, coding, code review and testing of new applications and enhancements of existing applications. Serves as a subject matter expert for specified systems and their subsequent applications. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Ensure compliance with the dev/sec/ops practices and policies. Understanding architectural practices and design.
• 25%: Identifies gaps in requirements and solves problems for the supporting staff. Identifies sequencing of services and technologies that are integrated in later phases of the project. Leads the evaluation of risk and opportunity impacts to existing or proposed projects/programs and implements risk mitigation actions. Develop ways to improve performance and increase system availability. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• 25%: Supports the Project Manager as the technical team lead on the project. Estimates the technical costs of projects for clients and project managers. Confers with clients to identify requirements and determine desired outcomes to formulate the design of the system or offer alternatives. Demonstrated experience with front‑end and back‑end programming and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
• 25%: Leads software design and development teams. Identifies, analyzes, defines, and coordinates user, customer, and stakeholder needs and translates them into technical requirements. Manages technical resources (hardware, software, licenses, and services). Plans and leads transformation initiatives to new software architectures. Extend open‑source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap/architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Ensure code quality, deployment standards and practices. Mentoring junior developers.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Information Technology or Computer Science.

Experience

• 8 years Software design and development, software test and evaluation, software requirements management.

In Lieu of Education

• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Works closely with Architects, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Value Stream Managers to provide insight into delivering business value and meeting objectives., Expert.
• Decomposes functional and technical requirements into project activities and tasks and provides conceptual design, prototype, and test cycles appropriate to a chosen technical solution., Expert.
• Identifies technical risks and develops mitigation strategies; introduces and recommends industry best practices and standards for the project., Expert.
• Evaluates and assists in the selection and procurement of hardware and software technologies and serves as a mentor for junior developers., Expert.
• Works with stakeholders as well as technical and analytical counterparts to define constraints and develop requirements and concept of operations documentation., Expert.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure), Advanced.
• Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, etc.), Advanced.
• Fundamental knowledge of software engineers' best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Advanced.
• Knowledge of test‑first practices including Test‑Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests, Advanced.
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework, Advanced.
• Experience with deploying a global application and configuration management, Advanced.
• Reviewing the work of other developers and providing feedback, Expert.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise., Expert.
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships., Advanced.
• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)., Expert.
• Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems., Expert.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal., Expert.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.