Lead Consultant - Remote

Overview

As a Lead Consultant at Excella, you will not only develop high-quality software solutions but also provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members. You will guide project execution, ensuring alignment with client needs while upholding best practices in software development. Your ability to communicate effectively and lead within an Agile environment will be crucial to delivering impactful solutions.

In Short

• Lead the design and development of software solutions for commercial and government clients.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members, fostering professional growth.
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and Agile methodologies are followed.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Advocate for the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams and projects.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in software development, with a strong technical foundation.
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, and experience with frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Experience working within Web Content Accessibility Guidelines to ensure optimum accessibility standards are met for users.
• Proficiency working with automated test suites such as Jest and React Testing Library.
• Experience with E2E test frameworks including Cypress, Puppeteer, and Selenium.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and best practices.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring developers in a consulting or technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency in Git-based workflows and software development lifecycle management.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge in implementing secure programming practices.
• Experience working with server-side JavaScript environments and frameworks such as Node and Express.js.
• Experience in full-stack development including asynchronous, parallel, and non-blocking programming techniques.

Benefits

• Flexible work/life balance that supports you regardless of your location.
• Top of industry medical, dental, and vision benefits with multiple options.
• 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and Care.com membership.
• Bonus eligibility and 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays.
• TechEleX program providing multiple options for technology needs.
• Annual Internet Reimbursement benefit of $25 per month.
• 3 days of paid professional development every year.
• Employee wellness events and mental health coverage.