Lead Software Engineer

We seek a Lead Software Engineer / Architect with a deep software engineering mindset interested in developing an intimate understanding of our business through daily interactions with our operations teams. Expect a dynamic role where you'll focus on technical implementation while maintaining open communication with stakeholders through weekly interactions. You will be instrumental in guiding our development strategy, focusing on the creation and improvement of scalable and efficient systems.

Our software development team is an integral part of the larger organization and is responsible for much of the growth and innovation at the company. Team members have a range of experience and diverse backgrounds allowing for significant knowledge sharing. The team is supported by robust QA, IT, Design and Product teams. We have embraced Agile development both within the team and throughout the organization. When you join the team, you will be coaching and growing developers through mentorship and leading by example.

If you have a passion for learning new technologies and developing skills and have a track record of delivering high quality products, come talk to us!

About Us

The work we do is changing people's lives and businesses for the better every single day. That is not an overstatement, it is the truth. Affiliated Monitoring ( affiliated. com) and its family of companies are the leaders in personal and business security and monitoring.

The security industry is changing faster than ever before, and our software engineering team is driving this rapid advancement. Our service-oriented architecture is the industry standard and is used to power internal and external applications, including mobile applications, APIs and integrated SMS and web applications.

Come join an entrepreneurial engineering group within an industry-leading company that has been growing and profitable for over 40 years. If it is cutting-edge technology, a reliable company, and no worries about when the next round of funding will come in that you're looking for, well, look no further. You will sharpen your skills, learn new things, and help develop the next generation of applications in an industry that is consistently growing, while maintaining a good work/life balance.

The Role

Architect and refine system design to ensure scalability and robust functionality.
Oversee the implementation of architectural improvements.
Advocate for best practices and advanced approaches to improve overall code quality and system performance.
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and deliver comprehensive solutions.
Act as a point of contact for technical guidance and problem resolution, ensuring high reliability and system integrity.
Guide and prioritize with a team of skilled Engineers, ensuring the execution of architectural enhancements.
Champion best practices within the team to elevate code quality and mitigate production challenges.
Collaborate closely with developers, QA, and DevOps teams to uncover and tackle development hurdles.
Serve as the key problem resolution lead, providing expert forensics and debugging to swiftly resolve production issues.
Leadership Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Serve as the team lead for our architecture team, guiding the development and implementation of innovative architectural solutions.
Cross-Team Mentorship: Act as the lead mentor across all development teams, providing expertise, mentorship, and guidance to elevate technical skills and foster professional growth.
Standards Development: Establish and refine standards and guidelines that will shape the practices and procedures of the entire development team, ensuring consistency and quality in our deliverables.
Task Management: Delegate and review tasks effectively, ensuring project milestones are met efficiently while upholding high standards of quality.
Code Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code integrity, encourage best practices, and facilitate continuous improvement across all projects.
Requirements

Desired Skills and Experience

Extensive experience with backend technologies, particularly PHP and/or Python, and familiarity with frontend frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular.
Strong understanding of data-driven architectures and relational databases.
Experience with queue-based architectures, preferably RabbitMQ or similar.
Capability to effectively troubleshoot and optimize both backend and frontend issues.
Knowledge of evolving from monolithic structures to microservices.
Agile development methodology expertise.
Effective mentorship skills, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Practical experience with communication APIs, such as Twilio.
Solid understanding and practice of Scrum and Agile methodologies.
Advise on new technology, development tools and emerging standards.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; equivalent professional experience is also considered.
Prior experience in the alarm industry is a plus.
Why work with us

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Entrepreneurial work environment with the freedom to get things done
Chance to grow by working with an extremely talented team
Make a true impact on our company and its services with high-visibility and possibilities for career growth
Company outings, catered lunches, team building events and much more • Excellent Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Employer Match
Gym/Fitness Program Reimbursement
Access to Corporate Discounts
Company Paid Life Insurance
And much more.