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Common App

Software Engineering, Team Lead - US Based Remote Opportunity

arlington, VA

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About this opportunity

Common App lists this Software Engineering, Team Lead - US Based Remote Opportunity opportunity in arlington, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.

About the Role

If you are an experienced Team Lead professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admissions process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Software Engineer, Team Lead.

Responsibilities

Our Software Engineering, Team Lead, reports to our Senior Director, Software Engineering, and is part of a team of engineers designing and developing both web-based and mobile software products for Common App. This role will provide technical guidance and mentor a team of Software Developers while implementing high quality software products that meet the needs of The Common Application community.

Qualifications

Candidates must live in the United States

Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat

Bachelor\'s degree or higher in Computer Science or Engineering or relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

8-10 years of successful, progressive experience in software development

6-8 years of experience as a people manager.

Web & Frontend Development: Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Web Application Development using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern SPA frameworks such as Angular, TypeScript, with the ability to define architecture, guide team implementation, and influence frontend standards across the organization

Backend & API Development: Expert in backend and API development using REST using C#, .NET Core, ORMs, and applying Domain Driven Design and Dependency Injection

Providing guidance on architecture and best practices across teams.

Expert in relational and non-relational databases, including MySQL and NoSQL data stores(AWS DynamoDB), with the ability to advise on database strategy and enterprise-level implementations

Cloud & DevOps: Demonstrates advanced proficiency in CI/CD using tools such as AWS CodeBuild, AWS Lambda, CloudFormation, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and source control systems (GitHub), with guidance on organizational CI/CD strategy

Demonstrates advanced proficiency with AWS services, including Fargate/ECS, S3, SWF, Step Functions, SQS, SES, ElasticCache, CloudFront, EC2, Serverless Lambda, VPC, and DynamoDB, with the ability to provide strategic guidance on cloud architecture

Agile & Software Practices: Expert in Agile development environments, with the ability to shape practices across teams and guide the adoption of best practices

An expert across the software development lifecycle, including: Code repository and branching strategies; Code reviews and coding standards; Code deployment processes; Quality assurance practices

Expert in debugging and troubleshooting production environments, providing oversight and guidance to teams on resolution approaches

Expert in evaluating and recommending solutions based on complex POC, with guidance on adoption and organizing impacts

Security & Compliance: Demonstrates advanced proficiency in understanding OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities and secure coding practices, providing guidance to teams on secure architecture and compliance

AWS Solution Architect certification

A passion for higher education is a plus.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $135,000 - $149,034

Benefits

Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees\' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including:

Work-Life balance

Virtual-first office

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Seven company-wide holidays

Nine floating holidays*

Sick leave

Monthly mental health day

Floating holidays prorated depending on start date

Virtual-first support

Choice of PC or MAC laptop

May choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset

One-time office set-up stipend

Monthly remote work stipend

Monthly mobile stipend

Market-based salaries

Performance-based bonus

403(b) retirement plan with 5% company contribution, 5% company match, 3-year vesting

Health Insurance options, including Health Savings Account and Medical Flexible Spending Account

Vision, Dental, and Life insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Maven virtual clinic for women\u2019s and family health

Company provided short and long-term disability insurance

Career development funds

Growth opportunities within the company

We work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.

Protecting Your Personal Information

During the recruiting process, Common App will not:

Provide a job offer without an interview

Ask for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reason

Request banking or credit card information

Direct you to third-party services to obtain visas or other documentation

As we work through the recruitment process, please remain alert and never provide financial information or payment to anyone claiming to offer a job opportunity. If you believe you\'re a victim of a job scam, report it to the FTC or your state attorney general. For more information on job scams, visit the FBI or FTC sites.

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Worksite address

arlington, VA, 22201, US

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