Lead Software Developer - Remote

Overview

We are hiring at AllTrust Networks for a Lead Software Developer to join our growing team in Canada! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Developer to oversee and guide a team of front-end and back-end developers. This role requires expertise in Microservices architecture, JSON/REST API design, and proficiency in Scala, C#, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, and Akka.

In Short

• Lead and Mentor Development Teams: Supervise and mentor both front-end and back-end developers, ensuring smooth project execution and fostering a collaborative work environment
• Microservices Design and Implementation: Architect and implement microservices-based solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability
• API Design: Develop and optimize JSON/REST APIs that are secure, scalable, and easy to maintain
• Technical Leadership: Act as a technical expert, providing guidance on best practices, coding standards, and technical decisions to ensure alignment with project goals
• Code Review and Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and maintainability of code by conducting regular code reviews and implementing development best practices
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with project managers, product owners, and other stakeholders to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables
• Problem Solving and Innovation: Drive innovation within the team by proposing and implementing cutting-edge technologies and approaches
• System Integration: Oversee the integration of third-party systems using RabbitMQ and Akka for messaging and distributed systems

Requirements

• At least 7+ years experience in software development is essential
• At least 3+ years experience in managing a team of software developers is essential
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a similar discipline is essential
• Proficiency in Microservices Design and Implementation: Proven experience in building and managing microservices architectures
• Expertise in API Development: Strong experience in designing and implementing JSON/REST APIs
• Programming Skills: Expertise in Scala and C#
• Database Experience: Proficiency with PostgreSQL and working knowledge of database performance tuning and optimization
• Message Broker Experience: Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ for messaging and queuing in distributed systems
• Concurrency and Actor Systems: Experience with Akka for building concurrent and distributed applications
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring software development teams
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative remote environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Exposure to cloud services and architecture
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal, is essential
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Benefits

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Previous experience in Agile or Scrum environments
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js (optional)