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Lead Software Engineer
We are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in maintaining and enhancing our software systems, ensuring their reliability and scalability. This position offers an opportunity to lead a small development team, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to the technical evolution of our applications.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and document existing software packages, reports, applications, and stored procedures to ensure a thorough understanding of critical business operations.<br>• Monitor and maintain the stability of legacy codebases and data processes, promptly identifying and resolving production issues.<br>• Lead responses to stakeholder requests for new features, workflows, or data services while ensuring compatibility with current system architecture.<br>• Design and implement system enhancements or new components, integrating them seamlessly into existing infrastructure.<br>• Mentor and guide team members by conducting code reviews, sharing best practices, and promoting maintainable development standards.<br>• Collaborate with the Data Team to optimize query performance, stored procedures, and data integrations for maximum system efficiency.<br>• Work closely with business users to translate technical requirements into functional solutions that align with operational goals.<br>• Identify and manage technical debt, developing plans that balance business priorities and system risks.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of documentation standards, deployment procedures, and system monitoring processes to ensure sustainable application management.
• At least 10 years of experience in .NET development, with a focus on attention to detail.<br>• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.<br>• Proficiency in software development technologies including C#, .NET, ASP.NET, JavaScript, and React.js.<br>• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges.<br>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.<br>• Ability to learn and apply new technologies effectively.<br>• Experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and version control tools like Git.<br>• Demonstrated capability to adapt to changing conditions and drive results through influence and collaboration.
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  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in maintaining and enhancing our software systems, ensuring their reliability and scalability. This position offers an opportunity to lead a small development team, collaborate with stakeholders, and contribute to the technical evolution of our applications.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and document existing software packages, reports, applications, and stored procedures to ensure a thorough understanding of critical business operations.<br>• Monitor and maintain the stability of legacy codebases and data processes, promptly identifying and resolving production issues.<br>• Lead responses to stakeholder requests for new features, workflows, or data services while ensuring compatibility with current system architecture.<br>• Design and implement system enhancements or new components, integrating them seamlessly into existing infrastructure.<br>• Mentor and guide team members by conducting code reviews, sharing best practices, and promoting maintainable development standards.<br>• Collaborate with the Data Team to optimize query performance, stored procedures, and data integrations for maximum system efficiency.<br>• Work closely with business users to translate technical requirements into functional solutions that align with operational goals.<br>• Identify and manage technical debt, developing plans that balance business priorities and system risks.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of documentation standards, deployment procedures, and system monitoring processes to ensure sustainable application management.
  • 2025-09-10T14:05:19Z

Lead Software Engineer Job in Philadelphia | Robert Half