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Lead, Software Engineer- Municipal Websites

The Lead Software Engineer is a full member of an agile development team and is responsible for leading a team of engineers in the development of innovative software solutions and solving software issues and defects, ensuring proper adherence to company standards and best practices. As a first-line supervisor, they are responsible for the performance of their team of engineers and provide mentorship and maintain a team environment that promotes innovation, collaboration, and personal development.

We’re excited to hire a new Lead, Software Engineer who can:

Analyze requirements to design innovative software solutions and solve current software problems and defects efficiently, using company best practices and current software patterns 
Have a good understanding of the high-level architecture employed by their team and cross-team interactions, and deployment pipelines and processes
Lead the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of staff with a focus on building a strong team skilled at developing high quality, performant software
Provide technical leadership and mentoring for their development team and ensure the team’s output adheres to standards and best practices
Develop and maintain an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration, and fosters high standards in both product effectiveness and quality
Monitor team metrics and project progress, ensuring continuous improvement and maximizing team effectiveness
Collaborate with closely aligned teams and departments to build trust and coordinate on projects and processes, championing efforts to drive reuse, standardization, and efficiency

There is no perfect candidate, but we are looking for:

Proficient with .NET Core, ASP.NET, MVC, Web API, C#
Proficient with JavaScript
Understanding of SOLID design principles
Experience of unit tests and testable code
Highly effective communication skills
Proficient with source code control tools and techniques
6yrs experience and a Degree in Computer Science or related field; or 8yrs of relevant experience
Professional experience developing highly scalable API's and integrations
Solid understanding of Web application architecture and operations
Experience with Agile development processes

Nice-to-have skills:

Experience of React JS (preferred) or other front-end development ecosystem
Experience of SQL, document databases, or other data persistence tools
Familiarity with design patterns
Familiarity with Azure or other cloud platforms

Physical Requirements:

Able to work at a computer and monitor (sitting and standing) for extended periods of time

*Note: We know that excellent candidates can have all sorts of backgrounds and experiences, so please don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements!

We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, including health insurance, retirement plans, flexible time off, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. If you are passionate about technology and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We desire to have our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve, and we recognize that diverse and inclusive teams lead to more innovation and better financial returns. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Salary Range: $119,100 to $181,100 annually. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and is based on a 40-hour work week.
Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Flexible Time Off, 401(k) plan, and more.

What is our hiring process?

Introductory Call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
First Interview with the Hiring Manager
Second Interview- Panel Interview with up to 4 CivicPlus Team Members
- Interview Project Activity- This activity is designed to give us insight into your problem-solving approach and methods.
Offer

Please note that the specifics of this process may vary based on the position you're applying for.

About CivicPlus:

CivicPlus® is a SaaS technology company dedicated to powering government operations and empowering positive experiences for residents. Our solutions form The Modern Civic Experience Platform, trusted by over 10,000 customers and used daily by 340 million people across the U.S. and Canada.
We strive to bring our company vision to life through innovation and collaboration. Supported by approachable leadership and transparent communication, we're empowered to make an impact on local government and the residents they serve. Grow your career alongside great people, where authenticity is welcome, successes are celebrated, and potential is nurtured.
Recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2024, our remote-first culture fosters flexibility and collaboration among our 850+ professionals. Our core values—balanced, impactful, team player, trustworthy, and innovative—guide our daily operations and interactions, helping us achieve business goals and create a positive work environment.

Employment Practices:

CivicPlus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. At CivicPlus, we celebrate and support diversity for the benefit of our employees, products, clients, and communities we serve.
Upon receiving an offer of employment, candidates must complete required pre-employment background screen. Offer of employment is contingent upon this post-offer screening process. All testing will be conducted by a licensed independent administrator, which will follow testing standards and background screens in accordance with state law.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the interview process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements. We welcome and encourage candidates of all abilities to apply for this position.

Please be aware of scammers who may fraudulently allege to be from CivicPlus. These types of fraud can be carried out through copycat websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal information such as bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment or request interviews via text message. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at Recruiting@civicplus.com with any information you may have.

This position will remain open until November 11th at 5:00pm CT. We encourage you to apply promptly as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Join us in our mission to empower local government and communities through technology—your next opportunity starts here!

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Software Engineering

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Senior

INDUSTRY

Information Technology

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