IT Tech Lead (PowerBuilder/.NET/Java/APIs/Cloud)

IT Tech Lead | Hybrid in Addison, TX | Direct Hire/W2 Only!

Optomi, in partnership with a market leader in the health sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a hybrid position out of their office in Addison, TX. This leadership role is integral to driving the success of our software development initiatives, particularly as we embark on a large-scale modernization project. As a Tech Lead, you will be responsible for guiding the team through technical design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions in the healthcare space. Your leadership will shape the direction of key projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives while driving technical excellence.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Flexible work schedule!
• Competitive salary and benefits!
• Long-term career opportunity!
• Leadership opportunity!
• Shaping the direction of key, high-impact projects in the healthcare industry!

Experience of the right candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 8 years of software development experience with a proven track record in leading development teams.
• Strong expertise in PowerBuilder (even if not recent experience, prior exposure is essential).
• Proficiency in .NET, Java, and cloud technologies (Azure or AWS).
• Familiarity with API design, RESTful architecture, and cloud migrations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including technical leadership on projects (not just people management).
• Experience with modernization or migration projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to drive technical design and delivery while collaborating with different development teams (pods).
• Familiarity with healthcare software and applications is a plus, particularly in areas like patient registration, billing, and front-office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare industry experience is highly desirable, specifically understanding healthcare applications and software.
• Experience with legacy-to-modern tech migrations.
• Exposure to emerging technologies and a strong ability to lead technical transformation efforts.

Responsibilities of the right candidate:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers while ensuring high standards for software design, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Define, design, and deliver technical improvements based on architectural needs, business requirements, and technical debt identification.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across the software development lifecycle, including coding, architecture, and delivery.
• Lead technical design and delivery of solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams including infrastructure, DevOps, and other development teams.
• Ensure high-quality, bug-free software through thorough code reviews and rigorous adherence to development standards.
• Act as a solutions architect, driving project delivery while maintaining a focus on technical design and overall solution architecture.
• Manage and lead projects from a technical perspective, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, and timelines.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices, incorporating innovative solutions into development processes.
• Oversee quality assurance processes and address performance bottlenecks, optimizing applications for maximum efficiency.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications and deployment guides.