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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - **Company:** TDS Telecom - **Location:** Madison, WI, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $81,000.0 - $131,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Software Applications, Business Process Modeling, Software as a Service, Databases, Couchbase Servers, Python (Programming Language), MySQL, Node.Js, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, System Software, Web Application Frameworks, Software Organization, ReactJS, Grafana, Integration Frameworks, Free and Open-Source Software, Dynatrace, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/job/detail/87184298/Lead-Software-Engineer ## About the Role * Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience. * 5+ years experience in software development or testing. Other Qualifications: * Experience working with modern web, mobile, and backend technologies, including headless architectures, omnichannel delivery models, JavaScript frameworks such as React and Node.js, and application development using Python and Java in Linuxbased environments. * Experience working with cloudnative and datadriven systems, including multicloud 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. Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what's listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today! ## Description In this role, the Lead Software Engineer helps guide technical direction and implementation using a headless, omnichannel architecture, modern JavaScript frameworks such as React and Node.js, in a multicloud infrastructure environment. The position involves handson development with Python and Java, working across a diverse set of database technologies (including Oracle, MySQL, and Couchbase), and developing and deploying applications into a Linuxbased environment. The Lead Software Engineer collaborates closely with other engineers, architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to translate customer and business needs into highquality technical solutions. This role contributes directly to improving the reliability, speed, and consistency of TDS's web and mobile touchpoints and to expanding selfservice capabilities such as digital sales, billing, payments, account management, scheduling, and support journeys. The position works independently or leads teams of 5 or more people responsible for application design, development, testing, and problem resolution work teams with significant autonomy and independence. The scope of work typically includes major system projects that support company-wide business operations. As an experienced developer and an experienced technical leader, the position receives periodic mentoring, feedback, and supervision by management. Applications may include custom developed software, commercial packaged software, or open-source software. Software may consist of on-premise applications, cloud-based software and services, hybrid configurations, integration tools, or business workflow tools. This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ States in which TDS Telecom operates. 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. 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