Senior Software Developer

Menlo Innovations LLC; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Menlo Innovations LLC, based in Ann Arbor, MI, is looking for a Senior Software Developer. The ideal candidate will thrive in complex environments, coordinating coding tasks and mentoring peers while working on diverse projects.

This role demands expertise in system design, client leadership, and paired programming methodologies. The company values continuous learning and offers a collaborative workspace without hybrid or remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience outside the classroom.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex software projects at all stages.
• Deep experience in system design, technical architecture, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable solutions and guide technical execution.
• Mentor others and lead client engagement.
• Consult with existing and prospective clients regularly.

Skills

Cloud Services (AWS, Azure, GCP)

LLM-powered development tooling

Dev Ops pipelines

Salesforce

GIS

Job description

Senior Software Developer

Our Development team focuses on implementation, using a test‑driven design and development approach. Developers work in pairs on a variety of projects, rotating pair partners and/or projects on a weekly basis. At Menlo, it's not as important to be an expert in any particular language as to be willing and able to learn new languages when needed. Sharing your technical and project knowledge with other team members is a natural part of the process, preventing any one person from becoming a tower of knowledge.

About the Role

Job Title: Senior Software Developer / Technical Lead
Location: In‑person at our office in Ann Arbor, MI
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Level: Intermediate / Senior

We’re hiring a Senior Software Developer who thrives in complex, high‑impact environments. You’re more than just a coder—you’re a problem solver, mentor, strategist, and trusted partner to both your team and your clients.

This role requires a unique balance of technical skill, systems thinking, emotional intelligence, teaching/coaching ability, and client leadership. You'll play a central role in architecting scalable solutions, mentoring others, leading technical execution, and guiding clients through the delivery of impactful software—sometimes in messy or ambiguous environments. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in the following areas:

• Cloud Services, such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
• LLM‑powered development tooling and AI‑assisted workflows
• Dev Ops pipelines
• Salesforce
• GIS

You Can Expect

• To spend all your time working in a paired context with other team members or clients
• To spend the majority of your time coding and executing related development tasks, including TDD
• To rotate across a diverse portfolio of projects in a variety of domains and technologies
• To work collaboratively and cross‑functionally with Project Managers, UX/UI Designers, and Quality Advocates
• To play a leading role in:
  • Guiding the direction of technical discussions
  • Building and managing client relationships
  • Drawing out the ideas and experience of others to maximize project success and team effectiveness
  • Identifying opportunities for growth in others and developing their technical and soft skills
  • Translating ambiguous or conflicting business objectives into a concrete project plan
  • To frequently consult with existing and prospective clients, including participation in sales conversations, weekly client meetings, etc.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience outside the classroom
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex software projects at all stages of execution
• Deep experience in system design, technical architecture, and troubleshooting
• Excellent communication skills—especially in client‑facing scenarios
• Familiarity with and/or interest in agile development, XP, and pair programming
• Experience navigating challenging dynamics between internal teams and external stakeholders
• Comfort juggling multiple moving pieces while keeping an eye on project health, emotional tone, and long‑term goals
• Ability to “connect the dots” across the product, tech, and people dimensions of a project
• Commitment to work full time, in‑person in Ann Arbor, MI (This is not a hybrid or remote work assignment)
• Our interview process requires candidates to fulfill a 1‑day and 3‑week trial period on‑site in Ann Arbor, MI

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with pair programming and/or TDD
• Prior experience working in consultancy or client services
• Comfort juggling multiple moving pieces while keeping an eye on project health, emotional tone, and long‑term goals
• Ability to “connect the dots” across the product, tech, and people dimensions of a project
• Budget or time management skills for medium to large‑scale efforts
• Experience as the primary leader on technical work or delivery teams

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