Lead Software Engineer

Empower$114K — $165K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years in software development
  • Full-stack experience with Java 17+, SQL, Angular or React
  • Familiarity with AWS or any cloud technology
  • Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and industry best practices
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and technical influencing skills

Responsibilities

  • Understand the end-to-end technical flow of projects
  • Collaborate with business and architects to implement solutions
  • Share technical knowledge to influence team decisions
  • Apply problem-solving skills to assist in production issues
  • Conduct code reviews and enforce standard practices
  • Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies
  • Experiment with innovative solutions and conduct proof-of-concepts
  • Deliver complex project work

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with generous matching contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Business-casual environment with jeans permitted
  • Generous paid time off plus company holidays
  • Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per year
  • Comprehensive leave of absence programs
  • Active Business Resource Groups for collaboration and inclusion
Full Job Description
The Lead Software Engineer will help the team follow approved architecture and produce solutions and design considerations for the development, maintenance, and improvement of software applications. This role will establish best practices in software development, coding, code review, testing, and problem-solving, while delivering complex project work in a full-stack environment.

What you will do:
  • Understand the end-to-end technical flow of the project.
  • Collaborate with the business and architects to understand, suggest, and follow best practices and implement solutions.
  • Influence technical solutions by sharing knowledge and brainstorming within the team.
  • Help the team move forward by applying technical problem-solving skills and assist in resolving production issues.
  • Assist in code reviews and enforce standard practices within the team.
  • Continuously learn and adapt to recent technologies and development practices.
  • Serve as the go-to person for trying innovative solutions or conducting proof-of-concepts.
  • Deliver complex pieces of project work.

What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of professional experience and/or training.
  • 8+ years of experience in software development.
  • Experience working in a full-stack environment - Java 17 and above, SQL, Angular or React
  • AWS or any cloud technology
  • Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and practices.
  • Strong knowledge of industry best practices for technical and architectural practices.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and technical influencing skills.


What will set you apart:
  • Relevant project experience working in complex environments.
  • Project experience working on Agile full-stack teams delivering multiple projects.


This job operates in a professional office environment.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract.

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Retirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
  • Generous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
  • Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year
  • Leave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.


Base Salary Range
$114,000.00 - $165,300.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:
08-07-2026

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