Senior Technical Lead/ Developer

Gilder Search Group; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Technical Lead/Developer for a 5-month contract based remotely. Candidates should possess a strong background in software development along with technical leadership skills. This role involves overseeing technical activities, ensuring quality delivery of solutions, and managing multiple projects, requiring excellent communication and collaboration abilities with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in software development.
• Hands-on experience with major programming languages including C#, .Net, Java.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, especially Scrum, Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical activities of developers and technical staff.
• Manage all phases of the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and risks.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Azure

AWS

DevOps toolsets

MS Dynamics

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Job Title: Senior Technical Lead/ Developer

Labor Category: Programmer III

Location: Remote

Job Type: 5 Months Contract

Work schedule: Normal business hours Monday-Friday 9 Am to 5 Pm, 35 hours/week (not including mandatory unpaid meal break after 6 hours of work).Duration: 3 Years

Pay Rate: $70 per hour

Job Description / Justification:

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Technical Lead, The candidate will be required to be hands-on, make complex technical decisions, interface with senior business and technical leaders, and collaborate with technical teams in development, infrastructure, cyber and vendor/SI technical teams, and most importantly, take ownership to ensure quality, well-architected and on-time delivery of technical solutions. The Senior Technical Lead will oversee all technical activities of developers and technical staff, provide direction and guidance for development projects, and ensure that all projects meet the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker to provide innovative solutions to complex development challenges and have experience in custom and COTS applications in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.

TASKS:

• Ensure successful technology delivery of citywide MWBE Business Diversity Software implementation.
• Design and implement a comprehensive solution leveraging both custom development and COTS solutions as appropriate.
• Be hands-on as needed writing code, configuring COTS solutions, creating architecture diagrams, building automation pipelines, building integrations, submitting technical requests such as build of materials, firewall rule changes, security changes, etc.
• Manage all phases of the development lifecycle: requirements gathering, architecture design, development oversight, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure adherence to legal, technological, and operational standards throughout the project.
• Provide technical direction and lead the development team in building a secure and robust solution.
• Establish and maintain a framework for technical standards and quality control processes.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure system stability.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders (business and technical) to define project goals, scope, and potential risks.
• Provide clear communication regarding technical details, project progress, and potential roadblocks. Work closely with OTI's Cyber Command unit to ensure security compliance throughout the development lifecycle.

MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Note: Candidates who do not have the mandatory skills will not be considered.

• Technical Expertise:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development and technical leadership.
• Hands-on experience using a major programming language (C#, .Net, Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, Go)
• At least two years of configuration & customization experience with MS Dynamics and/or Salesforce CRM.
• Strong understanding of Cloud-based architecture, with hands-on experience using Azure, or AWS
• Demonstrated knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe preferred).
• Experience with cloud-based SaaS solutions.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience using DevOps toolsets.

• Communication and Collaboration:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Project Management and Organization:

• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Security and Standards:

• Ability to articulate and recommend technology standards related to security, document transmission, and digital signatures.
• Ensure compliance with NYC Cyber Command Standards

DESIRABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Business Acumen:

• Demonstrated experience in analyzing and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand business requirements and document them into functional specifications.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams (architects, developers, engineers, domain experts) to document non-functional requirements.
• Solid attention to detail.

• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

• Business Diversity Software:

• Knowledge of B2GNOW software or like solution.