Lead Full Stack Developer

About The Role 

As a Lead Full Stack Developer (Individual Contributor), you'll take ownership of designing and delivering scalable software solutions while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and managers. You'll be hands-on in building and maintaining applications, services, and databases, ensuring performance, security, and reliability through modern development and testing practices.

In this role, you will influence technical direction, contribute to Agile/Scrum practices, and share expertise through code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions. While you won't manage direct reports, you'll play a critical role in raising the technical bar, coordinating integrations, supporting bug fixes, and ensuring that software solutions meet business needs with quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities
In this role, you'll get to..

• Technical Ownership
  • take ownership of complex projects, ensuring high-quality design, implementation, and delivery
  • design and deliver scalable software solutions using modern SDLC practices
  • evaluate feasibility of requirements and solutions through structured analysis
  • define system specifications, standards, and implement reliable programming solutions
  • create and maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and well-structured code
  • improve operations by analyzing systems and recommending process enhancements
  • monitor and report on development and service issues to support continuous improvement
  • stay current with emerging technologies and apply relevant innovations to projects
• Collaboration & Communication
  • collaborate with developers, project managers, and business stakeholders to align on goals, requirements, and progress
  • participate in regular check-ins and design discussions to ensure shared understanding
  • share expertise through code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions
  • take on additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives

Requirements 
On day one, we'll expect you to ...

• Education
  • have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Technical Expertise
  • have 6+ years of hands-on experience as a Full Stack Developer
  • have 3+ years of experience owning or leading complex projects (as a senior IC, not as a people manager)
  • be proficient in front-end technologies including JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS3, HTML5, and libraries such as React, Vue, or Angular
  • be proficient in server-side programming languages such as Python, , or Java, along with relevant frameworks
  • have strong experience with REST and GraphQL APIs (design and implementation)
  • be proficient in SQL and familiar with DBMS technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MongoDB) and caching mechanisms (Redis, Memcached)
  • have experience with cloud platforms (AWS or GCP) and related services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, BigQuery, Dataplex, container orchestration).
  • have experience working with Nginx or Apache on Linux environments.
  • be able to implement responsive UIs from detailed designs for both web and mobile
  • be experienced with Git workflows and version control tools (GitHub, GitLab)
  • be familiar with testing frameworks and methodologies to ensure functionality, performance, and security
  • have exposure to ETL/ELT pipelines and tools (Airbyte, Airflow, DBT, etc.)
• Professional Skills
  • have strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects in parallel
  • have excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • have strong documentation practices (code, diagrams, design decisions)
  • have high attention to detail with a process-oriented, proactive mindset
  • ability to work independently while contributing effectively in an Agile team environment
  • passion for quality delivery and continuous improvement
• Other Requirements
  • must be a US citizen
  • have a fully functional and up-to-date computer, with willingness to install company-provided endpoint protection
  • be willing to undergo character reference check and submit documents for application processing
  • be willing to install and use a time tracker app as part of daily work activities
  • be willing to work U.S. Pacific business hours

What separates the best from the rest

• have experience in integration with various ERP/CRM/HRMS platforms and ETL/ELT tools: Airbyte, NetSuite, QuickBooks, HubSpot, Saleforce, ADP, etc…
• be familiar with DevSecOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.).
• have knowledge of current trends in AI and proven ability to integrate with AI technology partners

NOTE:

• This is a remote (work from home) position.