Lead Software Developer

About Our Opportunity

The lead is responsible for the technical integrity of products developed by the team. They facilitate activities with the development team to maintain a consistency in coding standards. They are expected to help develop the team through mentoring and assistance in new technologies, as well as provide the expertise on those currently supported within the company. They will serve as a liaison to the Enterprise Application architect on technical issues and concerns. They are to promote unit testing / TDD and assist in addressing either production issues or coding roadblocks as they arise.

How You Will Spend Your Time

• Provides technical and systems design expertise to assist in the development, implementation, review and upgrade of management and decision making systems. Is proactive in providing suggestions in regards to product development, new services and technologies or enhancements to existing systems / configurations which will assist the end user in improving overall service to our customers.
• Facilitates estimates of project requests; deliver timely based on the estimates.
• Actively participates on assigned team projects fulfilling task assignments, meeting deadlines, and proactively seeking attainment of team goals.
• Coaches and mentors new hires and work with all developers in areas of needed help.
• Stays up-to-date on industry trends and advancements in order to facilitate future development needs to provide most efficient support to end users.
• Assists in the development of programming expertise within the systems development team.
• Promotes Agile practices such as TDD, Continuous Integration, paired programming, Scrum, Automated Unit Testing and cross-functional development within the team.
• Schedules cross team code reviews on a regular basis.

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent relevant work experience) in computer science, business or related field.

7 years experience with demonstrated exemplary work developing software applications using most of the following technologies : C#, , Angular, JavaScript, JQuery, MVC, Active Server Pages (ASP), HTML, CSS; Windows-based development tools; proficient with MS SQL Server, MS Access, or Team Foundation Server or other source code repositories; candidate should have excellent financial business knowledge, demonstrated team mentoring abilities; must demonstrate the ability to be self-directed and work independently; coaches and maintains strong relationships within the development team while handling multiple projects.

Mental & Physical Requirements

While engaged in this position, team members will routinely sit, use hands for tasks, and communicate orally. Standing or walking is frequently required, while occasional demands include reaching with hands and arms, and lifting or moving up to ten pounds. Vision requirements encompass close and distance vision. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level. This role may entail a blend of mental and physical capabilities, requiring strong mental acuity, problem-solving skills, and occasional physical tasks such as standing, lifting, or extended computer usage. Some roles may require physical or mental requirements related to driving, such as a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive a long-distance. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals as requested.

Farm Credit Mid-America provides a competitive total rewards package to our team members. This includes an award winning 401(k) Plan. Our Health and Financial wellness benefits provide safety, security and peace of mind for you and your family. Here is a highlight of our . Farm Credit Mid-America is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employments without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law. #LI-HYBRID

Nearest Major Market : Louisville