{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"cb36ec71c467bbd81d650de7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cb36ec71c467bbd81d650de7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cb36ec71c467bbd81d650de7","title":"Lead Software Engineer","description":"HomeAboutAdaptive AIIndustriesConsulting Jobs PortalContact UsHomeAboutAdaptive AIIndustriesConsulting Jobs PortalContact UsJob DescriptionJob OverviewJob ID:J53838Job Title:Lead Software EngineerLocation:Chicago, ILDuration:6 Months + ExtensionDomain Exposure:Aerospace/ AirlinesClient:To Be Discussed LaterEmployment Type:W-2, 1099, C2CWork Authorization:US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, OtherView All JobsSimilar JobsLead Software Developer - Menlo Park, CAQA Lead - GenAI - Atlanta, GALead Python Developer with Agentic AI - Chicago, ILSnowflake Administration Technical Lead - Austin, TXFull stack .Net Lead Developer - Las Vegas, NVJob Title: Lead Software EngineerLocation: Chicago, IL Duration: 6 Months + ExtensionBill Rate: $71/hour (C2C)Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2CClient: To Be Discussed LaterWork Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, OtherJob Description:We are seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer – Emerging Technology & AI Cloud Solutions to design, develop, and scale innovative software solutions using modern engineering practices, cloud technologies, and emerging AI capabilities. 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