Senior Software Engineer Team Lead

PopCandi; Skokie (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the Greater Chicago area seeks a Senior Software Engineer Team Lead to manage and lead a development pod. You will provide technical guidance, conduct code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a background in Computer Science and extensive experience in software development and team management. This is a hybrid role with flexibility in the work schedule.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with full software stack ownership and accountability.
• Prior experience managing and providing technical guidance to teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to the development pod.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding, architecture, and schema standards.
• Collaborate with Staff Engineers on complex challenges and implementations.

Skills

Technical guidance

C# .NET 6.0 - 8.0

T-SQL schema/query optimization

Team management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

About the job Senior Software Engineer Team Lead

The Company

Our client is a leading technology company specializing in innovative solutions for the ticketing and events industry. They operate at the forefront of their field, serving clients across multiple marketplaces.

Role Overview

As the Tech/Team Lead, you will manage and lead a development pod, blending technical leadership with managerial duties. You'll set the technical vision, oversee daily activities, enforce standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align goals.This is a full time role working directly with our client.

Your team includes a BA/QA Co-Lead, QA staff, and Full Stack Developers. The company utilizes various technologies like APIs, automation, web apps, and real-time processing systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to the development pod
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding, architecture, and schema standards
• Instill a culture of technical excellence and manage the pod's workflow
• Collaborate with Staff Engineers on complex challenges and implementations
• Oversee architectural decisions and evolve the product's technical vision
• Lead schema design efforts focused on performance, scalability, and security
• Work closely with the QA/BA Co-Lead to ensure quality and timely delivery
• Mentor team members and support their professional growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• Extensive experience with full software stack ownership and accountability
• Prior experience managing and providing technical guidance to teams
• Proficient in C# .NET 6.0 - 8.0 and T-SQL schema/query optimization

Location:

This is a hybrid role based in the Greater Chicago area. The typical hybrid schedule follows an office-centric model, with employees working on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week. Remote work is supported on Mondays and Fridays, enabling a healthy work-life balance.

Authorization:

Candidates must be authorized to work in the US for any employer.