Tech Lead - Enablement at Sinch
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
About the Job
DescriptionThe Sinch engineering team is looking for an experienced Senior Software Developer and Tech lead to join their accomplished development team. As a Tech lead Software Developer you must have at least 8+ years’ experience in Software engineering technologies such as:- Java, gRPC, MySQL, Linux, JavaScript, React and AWS is a nice to have
Experience with frameworks like Spring, SpringBoot
Knowledge of container technologies like Kubernetes is a plus
Experience in leading engineering teams. You will be a valued and senior member of a successful and well established Scrum team, equally responsible for the quality of the software that's produced. You will be actively supporting and driving the team to translate the User Stories into code. You will be accountable for ensuring that your tasks are owned and visible throughout the development lifecycle where your high-quality deliverables are integrated with the other artifacts in the team. Work closely with other software engineering teams and Product Managers/PO’s and other business stakeholders to develop our internal and external SMS applications You are expected to educate the team on new technologies, automated testing and documentation and feel proud about the team achievements Work in an agile, cross functional team taking responsibility for the team deliverables and quality. Heavily contribute to the code base (This is at least an 80% hands-on code design and coding role) Promote good software engineering practices (e.g
test-driven development, performance in design, self-healing solutions) Maintain and improve development methodologies and best practice. Maintain an ongoing awareness of emerging developments and trends in related technology arenas that could impact current projects and influence new projects. RequirementsProvide technical leadership within the team, mentor more junior team members and promote good teamwork Be a key individual contributor on code level Oversee the implementation of software design and architectures in accordance with Architecture guidelines Ensure team members adhere to code branching, repository rules and other source code level policies Be the primary interface between the Technical Product Owner and the team to coordinate work, maintenance and support Raise issues and proposals with the Architecture team and management with a view to enhance guidelines and work practices Ensure the team is collaborating closely with other teams within Engineering with a view to maximise code and tools reuse Promote knowledge sharing within the team to avoid high dependency on a certain individual per technical component Ensure the team is collaborating closely with other teams within Engineering with a view to maximise code and tools reuse RequirementsExtensive experience of Java development tools (JDK) and technologies. Must have in-depth knowledge on core JAVA including new features like LAMDA, Concurrencies, String manipulations, Collections, Network etc. Familiarity with common stacks Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g
Java) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g
Angular, React, Node.js) Experience with frameworks like Spring, SpringBoot Knowledge of container technologies like Kubernetes is a plus Familiarity with API development like Rest, gRPC Strong development exposure – full knowledge and experience of development life cycle Must be driven and focused on problem identification and resolution Experience of using code management tools - ideally GitLab Experience of using TDD and/or automation tools JUnit, DBUnit and other automated test frameworks Good to HaveKnowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g
HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery) Familiarity with GraphQL and Apache Kafka Knowledge of any CI/CD tool would be a plus. EducationYou have a University degree within Computer Science or Software Engineering and experience of Java software development. Ideally vocational qualifications or proven experience in Software Development and Testing BenefitsSTAY HEALTHY: We offer 100% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
A variety of supplemental plans are also provided to meet your individual needs including access to telehealth for all participants.CARE FOR YOURSELF: Take advantage of our free virtual counseling resources through our global Employee Assistance Program
Your mental health is as important as your physical health.SECURE YOUR FUTURE: Plan for your future with our Roth and Pre-tax 401(k) options including an employer match for all participants.TAKE A BREAK: Enjoy 5+ weeks of paid time off
We value balance and understand that performance at work requires time to rest at home and/or rejuvenate on vacation.PUT FAMILY FIRST: We know that families can be built in a variety of ways; therefore, we offer paid parental leave and family planning support through Maven.WORK WHEREVER: Our flexible remote work offerings allow you to work wherever you’re the most productive and successful
It’s what you do, not where you work, that matters.MAKE AN IMPACT: Support betterment in your community and beyond by taking paid time off to support a volunteer program of your choice.We embrace diversity and equal opportunity in all aspects of our business
We are committed to building a company that empowers individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and values diversity of thought as a beacon for performance
The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.The annual starting salary for this position is between $152,786 - 190,982
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.*Note: Disclosure as required by sb19-085 (8-5-20) of the minimum salary compensation for this role when being hired in Colorado.Job SummaryID: AA186B7A10Department: Technology, Technology R&D Messaging & Network
Experience with frameworks like Spring, SpringBoot
Knowledge of container technologies like Kubernetes is a plus
Experience in leading engineering teams. You will be a valued and senior member of a successful and well established Scrum team, equally responsible for the quality of the software that's produced. You will be actively supporting and driving the team to translate the User Stories into code. You will be accountable for ensuring that your tasks are owned and visible throughout the development lifecycle where your high-quality deliverables are integrated with the other artifacts in the team. Work closely with other software engineering teams and Product Managers/PO’s and other business stakeholders to develop our internal and external SMS applications You are expected to educate the team on new technologies, automated testing and documentation and feel proud about the team achievements Work in an agile, cross functional team taking responsibility for the team deliverables and quality. Heavily contribute to the code base (This is at least an 80% hands-on code design and coding role) Promote good software engineering practices (e.g
test-driven development, performance in design, self-healing solutions) Maintain and improve development methodologies and best practice. Maintain an ongoing awareness of emerging developments and trends in related technology arenas that could impact current projects and influence new projects. RequirementsProvide technical leadership within the team, mentor more junior team members and promote good teamwork Be a key individual contributor on code level Oversee the implementation of software design and architectures in accordance with Architecture guidelines Ensure team members adhere to code branching, repository rules and other source code level policies Be the primary interface between the Technical Product Owner and the team to coordinate work, maintenance and support Raise issues and proposals with the Architecture team and management with a view to enhance guidelines and work practices Ensure the team is collaborating closely with other teams within Engineering with a view to maximise code and tools reuse Promote knowledge sharing within the team to avoid high dependency on a certain individual per technical component Ensure the team is collaborating closely with other teams within Engineering with a view to maximise code and tools reuse RequirementsExtensive experience of Java development tools (JDK) and technologies. Must have in-depth knowledge on core JAVA including new features like LAMDA, Concurrencies, String manipulations, Collections, Network etc. Familiarity with common stacks Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g
Java) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g
Angular, React, Node.js) Experience with frameworks like Spring, SpringBoot Knowledge of container technologies like Kubernetes is a plus Familiarity with API development like Rest, gRPC Strong development exposure – full knowledge and experience of development life cycle Must be driven and focused on problem identification and resolution Experience of using code management tools - ideally GitLab Experience of using TDD and/or automation tools JUnit, DBUnit and other automated test frameworks Good to HaveKnowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g
HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery) Familiarity with GraphQL and Apache Kafka Knowledge of any CI/CD tool would be a plus. EducationYou have a University degree within Computer Science or Software Engineering and experience of Java software development. Ideally vocational qualifications or proven experience in Software Development and Testing BenefitsSTAY HEALTHY: We offer 100% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
A variety of supplemental plans are also provided to meet your individual needs including access to telehealth for all participants.CARE FOR YOURSELF: Take advantage of our free virtual counseling resources through our global Employee Assistance Program
Your mental health is as important as your physical health.SECURE YOUR FUTURE: Plan for your future with our Roth and Pre-tax 401(k) options including an employer match for all participants.TAKE A BREAK: Enjoy 5+ weeks of paid time off
We value balance and understand that performance at work requires time to rest at home and/or rejuvenate on vacation.PUT FAMILY FIRST: We know that families can be built in a variety of ways; therefore, we offer paid parental leave and family planning support through Maven.WORK WHEREVER: Our flexible remote work offerings allow you to work wherever you’re the most productive and successful
It’s what you do, not where you work, that matters.MAKE AN IMPACT: Support betterment in your community and beyond by taking paid time off to support a volunteer program of your choice.We embrace diversity and equal opportunity in all aspects of our business
We are committed to building a company that empowers individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds and values diversity of thought as a beacon for performance
The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.The annual starting salary for this position is between $152,786 - 190,982
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.*Note: Disclosure as required by sb19-085 (8-5-20) of the minimum salary compensation for this role when being hired in Colorado.Job SummaryID: AA186B7A10Department: Technology, Technology R&D Messaging & Network
