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4 results for Software Developer in Madison, WI

Software Developer
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a full-stack Software Developer with a strong emphasis on backend. This is a hands-on role supporting a combination of new development, system enhancements, and integrations across internal applications and third-party platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is someone who can contribute ideas, think beyond individual tasks, and remain flexible while working across a variety of technical and business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, build, and enhance internal applications, including modernizing legacy desktop solutions into web-based platforms</li><li>Develop and maintain integrations with third-party systems, including ERP and external applications</li><li>Build and support RESTful APIs and manage data flow across systems</li><li>Contribute to a range of ongoing initiatives, such as:</li><li>Website enhancements and performance improvements</li><li>Internal dashboards and operational tools</li><li>Modernization of EDI and integration platforms</li><li>Provide support, troubleshoot issues, and deliver incremental system improvements</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on access management, system monitoring, and business-driven initiatives</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z
Sr. Software Engineer
  • Middleton, WI
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer to lead the evolution of modern web applications and cloud-native systems for our client in Wisconsin. This role will take AI-assisted prototypes and transform them into secure, scalable, production-grade solutions. You will own application architecture across the stack and help guide the transition from legacy platforms to modern web technologies.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hands-on technical leadership role for someone who can move quickly, think strategically, and balance speed with long-term maintainability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Application Development</p><ul><li>Own and productionize modern React and TypeScript applications, refactoring prototype or AI-generated code into secure, maintainable systems.</li><li>Design and build API-first, cloud-native full-stack solutions using JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, and relational or NoSQL databases.</li><li>Implement complex business logic such as pricing rules, workflow automation, and multi-level authorization.</li><li>Support and modernize legacy components as needed.</li></ul><p>Cloud &amp; Architecture</p><ul><li>Design and maintain scalable cloud-native architectures.</li><li>Develop serverless backend services and optimize database performance.</li><li>Implement secure document storage and file management solutions.</li><li>Enforce security best practices, identity management, and access controls.</li></ul><p>API &amp; Database Development</p><ul><li>Design and optimize relational and NoSQL database schemas.</li><li>Build RESTful APIs with structured service layers and role-based access.</li><li>Implement event-driven and real-time data patterns.</li><li>Manage third-party integrations, data migrations, and ETL processes.</li></ul><p>DevOps &amp; Deployment</p><ul><li>Establish CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.</li><li>Configure hosting environments and manage environment variables and secrets.</li><li>Implement monitoring, logging, and performance optimization.</li><li>Ensure reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency.</li></ul><p>Collaboration &amp; Leadership</p><ul><li>Mentor team members transitioning from legacy or low-code platforms to modern web stacks.</li><li>Conduct code reviews and establish development best practices.</li><li>Translate business requirements into technical solutions.</li><li>Document architecture decisions and development standards.</li><li>Bridge rapid prototyping efforts with production-ready deployment.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z
Software Engineering Manager
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a team responsible for building, maintaining, and enhancing critical internal business systems. This role combines people leadership with hands-on technical involvement and collaboration across multiple departments. The team supports a highly customized enterprise resource planning (ERP) environment that plays a central role in operational processes and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings a balance of leadership experience, technical depth, and the ability to work closely with stakeholders to deliver scalable and reliable software solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead and grow a team of software engineers responsible for internal business applications and systems</li><li>Participate in recruiting activities including candidate evaluation, interviews, and hiring decisions</li><li>Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and support the professional growth of team members</li><li>Take long-term ownership of team performance, delivery quality, and technical direction</li><li>Develop deep knowledge of the systems and business processes supported by the team</li><li>Serve as the primary point of coordination between the development team and internal stakeholders across multiple departments</li><li>Maintain a hands-on role by contributing to software development (approximately 20–30% of time)</li><li>Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and architecture planning to ensure maintainable and scalable solutions</li><li>Facilitate agile development practices such as sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives</li><li>Provide technical guidance and analysis for large cross-functional initiatives involving enterprise business systems</li></ul>
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z
Program Manager
  • Middleton, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60 - 78 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are partnering with a leading organization to bring on a <strong>Program Manager</strong> to lead delivery governance for a high-visibility initiative. This role will oversee a portfolio of interrelated projects within a broader enterprise program, ensuring alignment across scope, timeline, financials, and business outcomes.</p><p>This is a highly visible role requiring strong executive communication, financial oversight, and the ability to drive alignment across multiple stakeholders, teams, and vendors.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>end-to-end program governance</strong> across multiple, interdependent projects</li><li>Oversee <strong>scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and financials</strong> for Phase 2 of a major digital/web initiative</li><li>Drive <strong>cross-project alignment</strong> within a broader program portfolio, ensuring outcomes support business strategy</li><li>Own <strong>consolidated reporting</strong> for executive stakeholders, including status, risks, and financials</li><li>Manage <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</strong> across the program</li><li>Identify and mitigate <strong>risks, dependencies, and roadblocks</strong>, escalating when appropriate</li><li>Partner with and hold <strong>vendors accountable</strong> for delivery, performance, and contractual obligations</li><li>Navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities while maintaining program momentum</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience leading <strong>large-scale programs or portfolios</strong> with multiple, interrelated workstreams</li><li>Strong <strong>financial acumen</strong>, including budget ownership, forecasting, and variance management</li><li>Excellent <strong>executive communication</strong> and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Experience managing <strong>vendors and external partners</strong> in a delivery environment</li><li>Demonstrated ability to <strong>manage ambiguity, competing priorities, and complex dependencies</strong></li><li>Experience supporting or delivering <strong>customer-facing digital or web platforms</strong></li><li>Strong <strong>risk management and escalation judgment</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with enterprise digital transformation or website replatforming initiatives</li><li>Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or other portfolio/project tracking tools</li><li>Experience working in hybrid Agile environments</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p><ul><li>High-impact, visible program with executive exposure</li><li>Opportunity to shape delivery structure and drive real business outcomes</li><li>Collaborative environment with cross-functional leadership and vendor engagement</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you’re a strategic Program Manager who thrives in complex, fast-moving environments and can bring structure, visibility, and alignment to large-scale digital initiatives—we’d love to connect.</p>
  • 2026-04-27T00:00:00Z