[Remote] Lead Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to communities across the United States. The Lead Software Engineer leads teams and provides hands-on technical expertise to design, develop, test, deploy, and support secure, scalable web and mobile applications. The role guides technical direction, resolves complex problems, and collaborates with engineers, architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to improve customer-facing digital experiences.

Responsibilities

• Leads teams of 5 or more people that develop, test, and fix defects in application software
• Leads the preparation and review of application software designs at the system level. The scope of design will frequently include multiple systems supporting company-wide business processes
• Leads cross-functional work teams in preparing work estimates and project schedules for all technical work on projects. Mentors team members in the development of work plans
• Leads work teams in resolving complex problems which are frequently unique, require creative problem solving and advanced technical skills, and frequently span multiple systems and may cross team boundaries
• Maintains authoritative knowledge of all systems within the scope of the team's responsibility. Provides a consultative role to business process owners in the use and modification of system software. Maintains expert-level knowledge of software development best practices, tools, and methodologies that are recognized within the company
• Leads teams focused on quality and continuous improvement initiatives across business units within the company

Skills

• * Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience
• * 5+ years experience in software development or testing
• * Experience working with modern web, mobile, and backend technologies, including headless architectures, omni‑channel delivery models, JavaScript frameworks such as React and Node.js, and application development using Python and Java in Linux‑based environments
• * Experience working with cloud‑native and data‑driven systems, including multi‑cloud infrastructure, event streaming platforms, modern observability tools (e.g., Elastic and Dynatrace), and a variety of database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, and NoSQL solutions
• * Knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, and tools
• * Knowledge of project management methodologies, practices, and tools
• * Knowledge of one more programming language used by the team
• * Knowledge of software testing practices and tools
• * Knowledge of problem-solving techniques and tools
• * Ability to travel as needed for company business and professional development
• * Ability to work nights and weekends as needed for system implementations and resolving system problems
• * Knowledge of business analysis practices and business process modeling
• * Knowledge of quality management and quality improvement practices
• * Knowledge of team leadership skills, practices, and behaviors
• * Knowledge of techniques, tools, and applicable laws to conduct effective and legal interviews
• * Knowledge of techniques for writing and presenting business proposals to management
• * Knowledge of effective writing and public speaking skills. Ability to convey complex information to general audiences

Benefits

• Ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ States in which TDS Telecom operates.
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Medical Coverage
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Dental Coverage
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Vision Coverage
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Life Insurance
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to a 401(k) Plan
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to TDS Service Discounts
• Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to Education Assistance
• Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to Paid Volunteer Time
• All associates will have the opportunity to participate in Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.

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