Technical Lead 1 - Application Development

Kforce Inc; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce has a client in Plano, TX seeking a Technical Lead 1 - Application Development. You will lead features and enhancements, provide hands-on leadership, review code, and collaborate across teams to implement solutions.

The role emphasizes mentoring, guidance, and adherence to secure coding practices within an Agile environment. The position expects 7+ years in software development and 2+ years in a lead role, with hands-on work in Node.js, React, Next.js, and microservices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience.
• 2+ years in a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, Senior Developer, or similar role.
• Strong hands-on development experience with Node.js, React, Next.js, and microservices architecture.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum software development environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of application features and enhancements based on established technical designs and architectural standards.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and contribute to software development as needed.
• Review code to ensure quality, security, maintainability, and adherence to development best practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams to understand solution designs and guide implementation.
• Support developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and solution development.
• Mentor and coach developers to strengthen technical skills and support professional growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Code reviews

Mentoring

Collaboration

Tools

Node.js

React

Next.js

Microservices

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Plano, TX that is seeking a Technical Lead 1 - Application Development. Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of application features and enhancements based on established technical designs and architectural standards
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership and contribute to software development as needed
• Review code to ensure quality, security, maintainability, and adherence to development best practices
• Collaborate with technical teams to understand solution designs and guide implementation
• Support developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and solution development
• Identify technical challenges and recommend effective solutions
• Promote consistent coding standards and development practices across the team
• Mentor and coach developers to strengthen technical skills and support professional growth
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle

Requirements

• 7+ years of software development experience
• 2+ years of experience in a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, Senior Developer, or similar role
• Strong hands‑on development experience with Node.js, React, Next.js, and microservices architecture
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum software development environments
• Experience with sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation, and other Agile development activities
• Strong understanding of software development standards, secure coding principles, and best practices
• Experience performing code reviews and providing technical guidance to development teams
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support other developers
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.