Lead AI-Native Software Engineer

Lead AI-Native Software EngineerFull-timeCompensation: USD 140,000 - USD 175,000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionDevIQ specializes in building modern cloud and data solutions – and we believe in the power of software and technology to improve lives. Join us to partner with passionate mid-market companies focused on reducing energy costs, curing disease, improving education, building smart cities, and more. From true innovation and synergetic cloud & technology partnerships to competitive full-time benefits and a strong team culture, DevIQ is a great place to work.At DevIQ, you'll:Build your career with a supportive, inclusive team that appreciates people, creates value, embraces growth, and "owns the problem" as a team.Enjoy opportunities to learn, exposure to new industries, and building end-to-end solutions through meaningful work on active client projects.Work remotely and/or from our modern studio in downtown Denver.Bring your unique perspective and experience to multi-disciplinary teams.Collaborate on and contribute to transformative digital experiences that touch millions of lives, watching your work make an impact.Please note that you must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S. to be considered for this role, and third-party candidates will not be accepted.Job DescriptionWe're looking for a hands-on Lead AI-Native Software Engineer to help shape how we build software in the age of agentic AI. This role blends technical leadership, AI-accelerated delivery, and client-facing consulting, with meaningful hands-on time spent designing and shipping solutions alongside the team. You'll use agentic AI tools such as Claude Code and Codex as a core part of your daily workflow, and you'll raise the bar for how our teams and our clients build software with them.Key Responsibilities:Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of modern software solutions for clients, serving as the senior technical voice on consulting engagementsUse agentic AI tools (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, or similar) as a primary development workflow, delegating implementation, testing, and refactoring tasks to agents while maintaining rigorous quality standardsDesign codebases to be agent-friendly, with clear conventions, strong automated test coverage, and documentation that enables AI tooling to work effectivelyEstablish review and verification practices for AI-generated code, ensuring correctness, security, and maintainability in everything the team shipsBuild and maintain prompts, custom agents, and CI/CD integrations that automate routine engineering work across client projectsServe as a trusted advisor to clients, communicating complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, setting realistic expectations, and building lasting relationshipsListen actively and empathetically to client needs, asking thoughtful questions and translating business goals into pragmatic technical roadmapsMentor and coach engineers on AI-native development practices, raising the velocity and quality of every team you work withPartner with sales and leadership on pre-sales activities, including technical discovery, solution design, and estimatingFoster a collaborative, inclusive team culture, giving and receiving feedback constructively, navigating disagreement respectfully, and owning the problem as a teamEvaluate emerging AI development tools and patterns and decide which earn a place in the stackQualificationsRequired:8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including experience leading technical teams or serving as a technical leadReal-world, production experience using agentic AI coding tools (such as Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor) to accelerate software delivery, beyond autocomplete-style assistancePrior consulting or customer service experience with a track record of success working directly with external clients or customersStrong expertise in at least one modern language and ecosystem (such as TypeScript/Node, Python, C#/.NET, or Java) and experience delivering on at least one major cloud platform (AWS or Azure)Deep grounding in software engineering fundamentals, including architecture, automated testing, CI/CD, and code review, and the judgment to know when to trust agent output and when to inspect it closelyExceptional communication skills, including the ability to explain technical trade-offs to non-technical audiences, facilitate meetings, present with confidence, and write clearlyStrong interpersonal skills, including empathy, active listening, patience, and professionalism under pressureAdaptability and curiosity, with a demonstrated habit of learning rapidly evolving tools and helping others do the samePreferred:Experience supporting pre-sales efforts (architecture, scoping, solutioning, estimating) preferredExperience building agentic workflows and infrastructure, such as MCP servers, custom agents, prompt libraries, or AI-assisted CI pipelinesExperience driving adoption of AI development practices across a team or organization, including measuring impact on velocity and qualityExperience with conflict resolution, stakeholder management, or formal customer-facing roles in a professional services environmentBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experienceAdditional InformationEst. Salary Range (Colorado Only): $140,000-$175,000**Disclaimer: In accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, effective January 1, 2021, a good faith hourly or base salary range must be posted for all positions where the work may be performed in the state of Colorado. Therefore, this good faith salary range will only apply where this described position will be performed in the state, and should not be considered the compensation range in other locations or for other positions.DevIQ Benefits Include:Competitive financial compensation and utilization bonus plansMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance401k, With 4% MatchingPaid Time OffHealth Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Short-Term/Long-Term Disability InsuranceBusiness funded Life Insurance PlanDynamic yet relaxed work atmosphereWide Variety of Growth Opportunities