Lead Software Engineer I

Spot Freight; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spot Freight in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Software Engineer I to design, test, and maintain our proprietary RED software and customer portals.

You will mentor a small team, drive scalable, secure solutions, and partner with stakeholders to improve efficiency and customer service through technology.

This role emphasizes full-stack OO development, data-layer integration, and leadership in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in CS (or related field) or similar, relevant technical experience.
• 5+ years of proven experience developing web and client-server solutions.
• Expertise in C# and SQL.
• Experience with an ORM is preferred, ideally Entity Framework and LINQ.
• Experience with .NET and related tooling such as dependency injection, API authorization, and repository design patterns.
• Technical lead experience coordinating a small team.

Responsibilities

• Provide full object-oriented development for core business applications, including data layer integration, domain logic, and web presentation with security.
• Investigate and address technical issues while keeping stakeholders informed and updated on progress.
• Mentor junior resources and promote best practices.
• Contribute to design and planning discussions for scalable and maintainable software.

Skills

C#

SQL

Leadership

Web development

LINQ

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS

Tools

Entity Framework

ASP.NET Core

Dependency Injection

Job description

Today’s logistics marketplace is an ever-changing landscape where you can make your mark. Spot gives you the tools to tackle industry challenges for our partners. Here, initiative, drive, and teamwork form the basis for a rewarding, fast-paced career.

About The Role

As a Lead Software Engineer I, you are key in the design, testing, and maintenance of our proprietary software, RED, as well as our customer-facing portals. Your goals are to make the company more efficient and provide better customer service through technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide full object-oriented development capabilities for our core business applications, including data layer integration, domain-level functionality and logic, and web presentation and availability – including security.
• Investigate and address technical issues as they arise while keeping stakeholders informed and updated with progress.
• Mentor junior resources and make yourself available to demonstrate and recommend best practices.
• Contribute to design and planning discussions from a perspective of high scalability and maintainability for our software solutions.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in CS (or related field) or similar, relevant technical experience.
• 5+ years of proven experience developing web and client-server solutions.
• Expertise in the following languages is required: C# and SQL.
• Experience with an ORM is preferred, ideally Entity Framework and LINQ.
• Experience with .NET and related tooling such as dependency injection, API authorization, and repository design patterns.
• Technical lead experience including the ability to coordinate the development efforts of a small team.

Skills

• Can prioritize multiple projects, while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Can adapt quickly to a changing environment.

Additional Information

**NOTE: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.** Spot is built on relationships, combining 24/7 support with a proven, passionate, and dedicated team of logistics professionals. You can reach your true potential through the unlimited opportunities we offer. When you put in the effort, show initiative, solve problems, and build lasting client relationships, you earn respect and rewards. You’ll also be a key component to the success of an industry leader. At Spot, we’ve never lost the entrepreneurial spirit that provides the foundation for our success.

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