Lead Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

National not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping students apply to colleges, supporting over 1 million students annually across 1100 member institutions.
$135,000 - $154,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
101 - 500 Employees
8+ years of experience
Education
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Description For Lead Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

Common App is a mission-driven non-profit organization revolutionizing the college admission process through innovative technology. As a Lead Software Developer, you'll join a team dedicated to supporting over 1 million students annually, with one-third being first-generation applicants, across nearly 1100 member colleges and universities. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in both web and mobile development. You'll work in a virtual-first environment, leading and mentoring development teams while implementing crucial software solutions. The position offers comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on higher education accessibility. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in modern web technologies, cloud services, and secure development practices, along with a passion for education and technological innovation. This role provides a unique opportunity to blend technical expertise with meaningful social impact, helping to remove barriers in college admissions and foster educational equity.

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Responsibilities For Lead Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

  • Provide technical guidance and mentor a team of Software Developers
  • Implement high-quality software products
  • Design and develop web-based and mobile software products
  • Debug and troubleshoot production environments
  • Evaluate and make recommendations based on complex Proof of Concepts

Requirements For Lead Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

TypeScript
JavaScript
React
Node.js
MongoDB
  • Must live in the United States
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 8-10 years of software development experience
  • 8-10 years of Web Application development experience
  • 3+ years of REST, GraphQL API service development experience
  • 3+ years of Hybrid Mobile Framework experience
  • 5+ years of CI/CD experience
  • 3+ years of AWS services experience
  • 5+ years of Agile practices experience
  • Expert in development process components
  • Understanding of OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities
  • AWS Solution Architect certification (preferred)

Benefits For Lead Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

401k
Dental Insurance
Education Budget
Medical Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Vision Insurance
  • Virtual-first office
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company holidays and floating holidays
  • Monthly mental health day
  • Equipment provided (laptop, monitor, etc.)
  • Office set-up stipend
  • Monthly remote work stipend
  • Monthly mobile stipend
  • Performance-based bonus
  • 403(b) retirement plan with company contribution
  • Health insurance plans
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Professional development budget

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