Lead Software Engineer

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!The Role• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality, scalable APIs and applications across the full stack.• Drive the overhaul of legacy applications and workflows into state-of-the-art, configurable, scalable, and maintainable solutions.• Design changes to new and existing applications, ensuring robust and efficient software development.• Provide technical leadership for large, complex projects, including on-shore and off-shore resources.• Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable development environment.• Define software components for large-scale systems with a focus on modern technology stacks.What You'll Need• 7+ years of experience in software development within an IT organization.• 6+ years of experience developing web applications and REST APIs using Java.• 4+ years of experience working with cloud environments such as Azure or GCP.• 3+ years of experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.• Expertise in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipeline creation.• Experience with event-driven applications and data pipelines using Apache or Confluent Kafka.What's On Offer• Competitive annual salary ($152,000 - $157,000) plus potential for bonuses.• Opportunity to lead critical system overhauls and implement modern technology solutions.• A collaborative environment with a focus on professional development and mentorship.• Exposure to a wide range of retail technology challenges and innovation.Apply via Haystack today!