<p>Robert Half has a client looking for a Senior/Lead Software Developer. Position is 100% REMOTE.</p><p>Compensation ranging $100-115K depending on experience. Will be leading/mentoring a team of 4/5 developers.</p><p>Interviews are actively being scheduled - Apply NOW!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>We’re seeking a pragmatic, hands-on Technical Lead/Developer to own our back-end architecture and guide a small software team. You’ll partner closely with product and contractors, mentor internal developers, and roll up your sleeves to optimize our AWS infrastructure, streamline development workflows, and modernize our full-stack applications.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead & Mentor:</strong> Grow and guide a team of 4–6 engineers (API/backend, front-end react, mobile, dashboard), conduct code reviews, and foster best practices</li><li><strong>Architect & Build:</strong> Design and implement Node.js/TypeScript RESTful and GraphQL APIs; model and optimize data in DynamoDB/MongoDB and PostgreSQL/MySQL</li><li><strong>Own AWS Deployments:</strong> Develop serverless components (Lambda, API Gateway, Cognito) and containerized services (ECS/EKS); manage IaC (CloudFormation/Terraform)</li><li><strong>Enhance DevOps:</strong> Maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, implement chaos testing and canary releases, and monitor performance with CloudWatch, X-Ray, and APM tools</li><li><strong>Elevate Security:</strong> Embed secure coding, threat modeling, RBAC, OAuth/JWT, and encryption best practices into every release</li><li><strong>Collaborate & Deliver:</strong> Translate product requirements into technical plans, coordinate with contractors and cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time releases</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of backend systems and applications. This is a Contract to permanent position is remote, where you'll oversee technical architecture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor less experienced developers. The role requires a hands-on approach to coding, problem-solving, and delivering scalable solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering best practices and conducting thorough code reviews.</p><p>• Design and implement scalable RESTful and GraphQL APIs using Node.js and TypeScript.</p><p>• Optimize and manage database systems, including DynamoDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.</p><p>• Develop and maintain serverless components and containerized services leveraging AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and Cognito.</p><p>• Enhance CI/CD pipelines and implement advanced DevOps strategies using GitLab, CloudWatch, and Terraform.</p><p>• Ensure secure coding practices by embedding threat modeling, OAuth2, and encryption standards into development workflows.</p><p>• Collaborate with product teams to translate requirements into actionable technical plans and ensure timely delivery.</p><p>• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues using tools like AWS X-Ray and other monitoring solutions.</p><p>• Support front-end teams by providing backend solutions that integrate seamlessly with React applications.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement by staying updated on emerging technologies and implementing them effectively.</p>
