Software Technical Lead
Software Technical Lead
About Veolia North America
A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website www.veolianorthamerica.com.
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
POSITION PURPOSE: The Software Technical Lead (STL) is responsible for leading and managing a team of software engineers and developers. This role oversees the entire software development life cycle, from requirements gathering and design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
As a STL, you'll play a crucial role, actively contributing to software development and leading a small team of developers. The STL ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards. This role can be based in Boston - MA, Paramus - NJ or NYC - NY.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and lead a team of developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as product management, design, and operations, to align on project requirements and deliverables
- Develop and implement software development processes, methodologies, and best practices to improve efficiency and quality
- Ensure that software projects adhere to established timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Participate in the recruitment and hiring process for software development roles
- Continuously improve the team's technical skills and knowledge through training and professional development opportunities
- Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.
- Contribute to the overall software development strategy and roadmap.
Education / Experience / Background
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and managing software development teams and projects.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Strong technical background and hands-on experience with coding and software development.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- In-depth knowledge of software development methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
- Proficiency in programming languages and software development tools relevant to the organization.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and find effective solutions.
- Project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and resources.
- Understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best coding practices.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.