> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2198531-senior-software-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2198531-senior-software-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Lead - **Company:** Dematic Corp. - **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, SAP (Applications), Software Project Management, Software Systems, Smartsheet - **Published:** August 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/403669502 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain or related discipline 4 - 7+ years of software project execution experience 1+ years of industrial automation industry experience (WMS or WCS) a plus Familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, SAP Willingness to travel 20 - 25% ## Description Dematic is looking for an experienced Senior Software Lead to join our growing Software Project Execution team. You will be part of amazing, successful team supporting activities that build intelligent Distribution Center Order Fulfillment Software Solutions and will have an impact on the supply chain in the Americas, Canada, and Mexico. We offer: The Senior Software Lead independently manages projects through the full project lifecycle from Initiation and planning to execution, monitoring and closeout - ensuring timely task completion, accurate documentation and clear stakeholder communication. Tasks and Qualifications: Core Job Responsibilities: Develop comprehensive software project plans, include scope definition, task breakdown, resource allocation and budget management. Collaborate with cross functional teams to understand and document project requirements and track them through completion. Act as the primary point of coordination for software scope across engineering, QA, commissioning, and customer stakeholders. Develop project risk management plans and identify potential mitigation strategies with project teams. Proactively manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget, following established change control processes. Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to internal and external stakeholders. Ensure adherence to standard execution processes, tools, and governance models. Manage project punch list through the project lifecycle. Understand the technical impact of decisions on business operations for Customer's operation. Mentor Software Leads on process and projects with higher complexity. Prepare and analyze project reports using data metrics. Review change order quotes and project variance estimates. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Robots are coming into the wild! Full-Stack Robotics Engineers, be ready!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/479-robots-are-coming-into-the-wild-full-stack-robotics-engineers-be-ready) ## Related Articles - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)