Lead Application Developer (.Net) - Hybrid - Contract to Hire

We are seeking a Lead Application Developer to join a collaborative and fast-paced technology team. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who can both drive development efforts and mentor a team of developers while contributing to modern, scalable application solutions.

You will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing enterprise applications while helping shape technical direction and best practices across the team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of end-to-end application solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of developers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Conduct code reviews and enforce development standards and best practices
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure system performance and reliability
• Research and recommend emerging technologies to improve efficiency and scalability
• Maintain and enhance existing applications within the current architecture
• Contribute to Agile development processes and full SDLC execution

Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * 5+ years of experience in application development

• Strong experience with C#, ASP.NET, and Microsoft technologies
• Experience building web-based applications using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Experience with Angular (1.x or newer) and TypeScript preferred
• Solid understanding of relational databases (SQL Server preferred)
• Experience with Azure DevOps / TFS and Git-based source control
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• Ability to lead projects while remaining hands-on in development
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Nice to Have

• Experience modernizing legacy applications
• Exposure to cloud platforms or infrastructure improvements
• Knowledge of data privacy and security best practices

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
• Team-oriented, collaborative culture
• Opportunity to influence architecture and technical direction, * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in enterprise-level application development

4.34.3 out of 5 stars Bridgeton, MO 63044 Hybrid work $60 - $65 an hour - Full-time, Contract