Master Software Engineer

COMPANY SUMMARY

Kingland develops premium, innovative enterprise software for some of the world’s most integral companies. Our products and solutions enable the largest banking & capital markets and public accounting firms to use and manage data better. Our clients support the foundation of the global financial system, helping to ensure fairness, honesty, and transparency on a global stage. We help by solving their complex data problems, and connecting and protecting their critical information. We take pride in our reputation for serving our clients like no one else can.

While we work with clients from all over the world, our unique story began in Clear Lake, Iowa in 1992. To this day, we hold true to our core values of authenticity, excellence, ownership, and creativity – these have been instilled into our culture and remain a key part of how we operate and do business. We provide exceptional opportunities for each of our team members to learn and grow their skills and careers, while also offering flexibility and balance because we recognize that enjoying life and family is a priority. At Kingland we allow employees to “live locally and work globally” by offering many positions the choice of a remote, hybrid, or in-person work approach.

Kingland is growing. We continue to seek individuals with unique skill sets and the desire to work on mission-critical projects in a collaborative and rewarding environment. Explore all the ways that you can join our team of talented individuals and launch yourself into an exciting new adventure at Kingland.

POSITION SUMMARY | Master Software Engineer

The Master Software Engineer is capable of leading and managing smaller teams and projects with a smaller set of direct stakeholders. Individuals in this role will be supported with additional coaching from Engineering Directors on one or more of the leadership and management qualities. A Master Software Engineer will work to gain experience mentoring and leading teams, as well as a deep knowledge of one or more of Kingland's core technologies. In addition, they will have a solid understanding of the current best practices around software delivery.

Master Software Engineers can be either individual contributors or people managers depending on career track choice.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES | Master Software Engineer

• Confidently deliver high-quality software by applying critical thinking to products, requirements, and processes
• Work closely with clients to influence technical product decisions and business goals
• You’ll stay up to date with the landscape of software engineering best practices, tools, and frameworks
• Have professional programming experience— we’re thinking at least 5 years
• Understanding of various software architectures and can adapt/compose solutions to unique problems with sustainable and reusable solutions
• Help mentor and coach a project team towards shared goals and outcomes
• Navigate difficult conversations by providing constructive feedback to teams and clients
• You’ll identify obstacles to ensure quality, improve our user experience and how we build software
• Self-aware of limitations, yet curious to learn new solutions while being receptive to constructive feedback from teammates
• You’ll guide your team to understand and work through changing priorities by bringing positive energy
• Communicate and simplify complex problems in order to foster understanding across multidisciplinary teams
• Apply your knowledge and findings at an organizational scale

POSITION REQUIREMENTS | Master Software Engineer

• Experience using: React.js, TypeScript, Vue.js, Node.js, Next.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and writing Unit tests
• Able to evaluate and articulate which framework to use for a particular project
• Can articulate how users perceive performance and how to optimize their needs
• Understanding of the pros and cons of server-side and client-side rendering
• Experience as a technical leader to a team of web developers that have built and delivered a large web application
• Built and deployed complex software at scale involving at least one of our core technologies (iOS, Android, Web Apps, API Engineering)
• Owned and led the delivery of major features and components
• Experience working/communicating with clients and stakeholders while being empathetic to their needs
• You have a desire to contribute sound recommendations on technical architecture and design to your teammates and our clients in a compelling and energetic way
• You have formal or informal leadership/mentorship experience
• Proficiency using, modifying, and creating development tools that foster efficiency and improve processes
• You consider 'big picture' perspectives and can successfully balance business goals and technical constraints
• Ability to travel to Kingland office locations, as well as additional travel as required by business and client needs

BONUS POINTS | Master Software Engineer

• You're just as passionate about Accessibility & Usability as we are
• Expertise with advanced automation tools (e.g. virtualization, machine learning-based testing, massive parallelization)
• Basic understanding of how to design RESTful APIs that are optimized for responsive, interactive mobile experiences
• Appreciation for inclusive responsive UI implementation
• You've learned about Web Components and want to use them at work
• You’ve conducted interviews and have hired for your team
• A list of emerging technologies we’re interested in: Big Data, Machine Learning, and Security Background

BENEFITS

Kingland has a suite of world class benefits and perks. Because we understand that each team member is unique, we offer generous and flexible health and welfare, wellness, lifestyle, and total rewards benefits that are carefully picked and well designed. We are authentic in our commitment to providing team members with an exceptional experience and work hard to ensure that each individual feels valued and supported in their role, and can advance their career through development plans and growth opportunities. Visit Kingland.com/Careers for additional details!

SALARY RANGE

• $95,000 - $120,000 Annually
• Salary range may be adjusted based on geographical location

LOCATION

• This position will be based out of our modern office location in Ames, Iowa