Lead Software Engineer

J&J Snack Foods; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer responsible for designing and developing innovative applications across desktop, web, and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, particularly with Microsoft SQL Server and mobile application development. This role emphasizes mentorship of a team and collaboration across various project facets. The pay range for this position is $130,000 - $155,000, and full-time work is expected on-site in La Vergne, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Strong experience in mobile application development for Apple and Android.
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve existing software performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support applications for desktop, web, and mobile.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers.
• Document processes of all projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Software engineering

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science/related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

T-SQL

Git

Azure DevOps

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Software Engineering Manager, the Lead Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, support and maintenance of our custom‑developed applications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, developing information systems by studying operations, designing, developing, installing and maintaining software solutions. The Lead Software Engineer prioritizes well, communicates clearly, and has a consistent track record of delivery and excellent software engineering skills. Must be able to work across multiple facets of the project and juggle multiple responsibilities at the same time. The Lead Software Engineer demonstrates analytic capability and the ability to create innovative solutions. The ideal candidate must be self‑motivated with a proven track record building high quality mobile, web and cloud applications, APIs, and databases. The candidate must be creative, organized, and analytical as well as adept at working in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Designs, develops, and supports applications for desktop, web, and mobile to meet key business objectives.
• Converts and maintains existing applications from VB.NET to C#.
• Partners with management and peers in the development of best practices.
• Provides technical direction, makes architectural decisions, and ensures the team is adhering to best practices and standards.
• Mentors and guides a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment, and providing constructive feedback.
• Performs code reviews ensuring all code is developed using best practices and optimally written.
• Gathers business requirements and develops conceptual and technical designs for multiple projects concurrently.
• Managing the software development lifecycle, creating and maintaining project schedules, tracking progress, and identifying and resolving potential roadblocks.
• Understands Git and Azure DevOps for code management and deployment.
• Troubleshoots, debugs, upgrades, and improves the performance of existing software.
• Documents processes of all projects to ensure future review and understanding.
• Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
• Implementing robust security measures within software applications.
• Collaborates with the broader team to brainstorm and create new products.
• Stays on the leading edge of development practices.
• Makes suggestions for improvements in keeping up to date with the industry, security best practices, design patterns and technological solutions.
• Maintains job knowledge by studying state‑of‑the‑art development tools, programming techniques and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Assesses the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Works full‑time on site, five (5) days per week.
• Provides after hours support when required.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by the Manager.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, the Lead Software Engineer must be self‑motivated, detail oriented and able to stay on task. They must have a proven ability to research and solve complex problems in a timely manner and be able to motivate and guide a team, provide constructive feedback, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/related field or equivalent experience.
• Over 10 years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T‑SQL.
• Solid understanding of RESTful services, object‑oriented design and SQL databases.
• Expertise with Git and Azure DevOps for code management and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of mobile application development (Apple and Android).
• Solid understanding and experience in SQL Server programming, SSRS and SSIS.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to troubleshoot, debug, upgrade, and improve the performance of existing software.
• Ability and willingness to learn new programming languages and technologies.
• Ability to work with peers in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to motivate and guide a team, provide constructive feedback, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, track, and manage projects, and identify and resolve potential roadblocks.
• Strong ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
• Strong listening, detail‑oriented thinking, and creative problem‑solving skills.

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $130,000 - $155,000

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Periodic travel will be required.

DISCLAIMER

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO STATEMENT

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran’s status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.