Lead Software Engineer

Reliance Matrix; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) company match

Comprehensive medical plans

Hybrid work arrangements

PTO & holidays

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Reliance Matrix seeks a recognized senior technical expert to design and lead the most complex, high-risk technical work while staying hands-on. You will own technical direction across systems, review designs, mentor engineers, and influence roadmaps and priorities.

You will work with multiple domains, drive modernization, and help establish responsible-AI standards. Travel up to 10% may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of database programming; deep PL/SQL with complex SQL queries, stored procedures, packages, and triggers.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite architecture and enterprise integrations.
• Experience using .NET/C# is preferred.
• Familiarity with banking systems and financial integrations.
• Strong architecture, standards, and pattern development across multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Designs and leads the most complex, high-risk technical initiatives, remaining hands-on in architecture and problem-solving.
• Owns technical direction for complex applications and drives significant design decisions.
• Mentors engineers and guides multiple teams; influences roadmaps and priorities.
• Reviews high-impact designs and ensures reliability, maintainability, and operational resilience.
• Partners with management to inform planning, milestones, and risk mitigation.
• Advances modernization efforts and encourages responsible AI adoption.

Skills

Architecture design

Java / C# / .NET

SQL / PL/SQL

Mentoring & leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Performance & security

Problem solving in production

AI-assisted engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software Eng/IT

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite

Job description

Job Responsibilities and RequirementsA recognized technical expert and senior individual contributor who designs and leads the most complex, high-risk technical work while remaining deeply hands-on. The incumbent personally analyzes and resolves the most difficult technical and production problems, applies advanced specialized knowledge to evaluate alternatives and make recommendations, and establishes standards, reference designs, and reusable patterns. The role provides technical direction across multiple systems, platforms, or teams; reviews high-impact designs; mentors other engineers; and influences roadmaps and technical priorities. The incumbent exercises substantial discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance, performs sustained computer-based technical work, and partners with management on planning, delivery, and technical risk. This role is not administrative or governance-only; it remains among the deepest technical experts in the discipline while extending into broader authority and influence.Key ResponsibilitiesDesigns and leads the most complex, high-risk technical initiatives, remaining hands-on in architecture, design, development, and problem-solving rather than serving in a governance-only capacityOwns technical direction for complex applications, platforms, products, or domains, making and defending significant architecture and design decisionsPersonally analyzes and resolves the most difficult technical and production problems, including issues that cross systems or lack an established solutionEstablishes engineering standards, reference designs, reusable patterns, and technical practices, and drives their adoption across the team or disciplineReviews high-impact designs from other engineers and provides technical direction and guidance across multiple systems, platforms, or teamsDrives technical alignment across interconnected domains and partner teams, resolving competing technical approaches and dependenciesShapes technical approaches for modernization and long-term sustainability, and establishes practices that improve reliability, maintainability, supportability, and operational resilienceAdvances the adoption of AI-assisted engineering and AI-enabled delivery practices and helps establish responsible-AI standards for the teamMentors engineers, influences roadmaps and technical priorities, and evaluates alternatives to make recommendations to leadership on matters of significancePartners with management to inform planning, milestones, and delivery, and provides early visibility into technical risks, tradeoffs, and mitigation optionsServes as a trusted technical advisor, applies deep knowledge of the business and its products to align solutions with strategic objectives, and engages in high-priority production and incident escalations as neededOther duties as assigned.Required Qualificationsor equivalent experience gained from any combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work and life experienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field8+ years of experience in database programming; writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, packages, and triggers using PL/SQL.Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle E-Business Suite architecture, including deep functional and technical competency across core modules, proven ability to support complex implementations, integrations, upgrades, and production operations, and demonstrated expertise in applying Oracle EBS capabilities to meet enterprise business requirements.Prior experience developing applications using .NET/C# preferred.Working knowledge of financial and accounting principles, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Management, and financial reporting processes.Demonstrated experience with banking system integrations and related interface requirements.Expert proficiency across one or more technology stacks (e.g., Java, C#/.NET, JavaScript/React) with strong system and data design skillsDemonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives and resolve the most difficult technical and production problemsExperience establishing standards, reference architectures, and reusable patternsAbility to provide technical direction across multiple systems, platforms, or teams and to exercise substantial discretion and independent judgment on significant mattersStrong mentoring, influence, and communication skills across technical and business audiencesDeep understanding of performance, reliability, security, and integration considerationsDeep understanding of the business and its products and how solutions support strategic objectivesAbility to concentrate and perform sustained, detailed computer-based work for the majority of the workdayAvailability to engage in high-priority production and incident escalations as neededAbility to Travel: Up to 10%The expected hiring range for this position is $127,440.00 - $170,120.00 annually for work performed in the primary location (Philadelphia, PA). This expected hiring range covers only base pay and excludes any other compensation components such as commissions or incentive awards. The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be based on several factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.Work location may be flexible if approved by the Company.What We OfferAt Reliance Matrix, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture allows us to realize more of our potential. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you.That is why we offer a competitive pay package and a range of benefits to help team members thrive in their financial, physical, and mental wellbeing.Our Benefits:An annual performance bonus for all team membersGenerous 401(k) company match that is immediately vestedA choice of three medical plans (that include prescription drug coverage) to suit your unique needs. For High Deductible Health Plan enrollees, a company contribution to your Health Savings AccountMultiple options for dental and vision coverageCompany provided Life & Disability Insurance to ensure financial protection when you need it mostFamily friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave & Adoption AssistanceHybrid work arrangements for eligible rolesTuition Reimbursement and Continuing Professional EducationPaid Time Off – new hires start with at least 20 days of PTO per year in addition to nine company paid holidays. As you grow with us, your PTO may increase based on your level within the company and years of service.Volunteer days, community partnerships, and Employee Assistance ProgramAbility to connect with colleagues around the country through our Employee Resource Group programOur Values:IntegrityEmpowermentCompassionCollaborationFunEEO StatementReliance Matrix is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age or disability, or any other classification or characteristic protected by federal or state law or regulation. We assure you that your opportunity for employment depends solely on your qualifications.#LI-Hybrid .