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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Developer - **Company:** Lumen Inc - **Location:** Boise, ID, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $105,786.0 - $141,047.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Application Performance Management, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Stores, Relational Databases, Database Schema, Software Debugging, Identity and Access Management, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Node.Js, NoSQL, OAuth, Web Application Security, Software Engineering, Software Systems, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Enterprise Software Applications, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Vue.js, Containerization, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Playwright, Maintaining Code, Front End Software Development, Asynchronous Programming, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Serverless Computing, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3362094317&tx=JR8377FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * 10+ years professional experience with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience * 5+ years professional experience with a Master's Degree or equivalent education and experience * Proven expertise building backend applications and microservices using Node.js . * Strong hands-on proficiency in building modern frontend single-page applications using Vue.js . * Experience leveraging AI coding assistants to improve development productivity while maintaining code quality and security standards. * Extensive experience designing, building, and consuming RESTful web services. * Strong working knowledge of relational databases ( PostgreSQL ). * Experience with automated test execution and frameworks, including Playwright . * Deep understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript, asynchronous programming patterns, and modern web application architecture. * Hands-on proficiency with Git version control systems and collaborative git-flow processes. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and serverless architectures. * Hands-on experience with containerization ( Docker , Kubernetes ) and CI/CD automation pipelines. * Familiarity with Java and NoSQL environments (e.g., MongoDB). * Knowledge of web application security best practices, OAuth/JWT authentication, and enterprise access governance. ## Description Lumen is seeking a Lead Software Developer who will be a driver of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer who not only designs and delivers high-quality software solutions but also proactively identifies opportunities to improve applications, development practices, and customer experiences. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for application development initiatives, contribute to solution architecture and software design decisions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise applications. You will mentor developers, champion modern development practices, and help deliver reliable solutions that support business growth and customer success. Working across both frontend and backend layers, you will architect robust RESTful services, manage relational and NoSQL database integrations, and champion automated testing and quality assurance practices across our development lifecycle., * Architecture & Development: Architect, design, develop, and maintain high-performing, scalable web applications using Node.js and Vue.js . * API & Service Integration: Build, optimize, and enhance RESTful APIs and backend microservices to ensure seamless integration across enterprise environments. * Frontend Engineering: Create responsive, intuitive, and high-performance user interfaces using Vue.js. * Database Management: Design and optimize queries and data schemas for relational databases ( PostgreSQL ) and NoSQL data stores ( MongoDB optional). * Testing & Quality Assurance: Lead automated testing efforts by developing, executing, and maintaining test suites using Playwright (and modern unit-testing frameworks). * Technical Leadership & Debugging: Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex application performance issues, security vulnerabilities, and system defects. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with systems architects, technical managers, analysts, and project stakeholders to define functional requirements and translate them into reliable software solutions. * Standards & Best Practices: Participate in and lead code reviews, mentor developers, champion modern development practices, and enforce CI/CD and security guidelines. * Deployment & Operations: Support continuous integration, deployment, configuration, and maintenance activities across development, testing, and production environments. ## Related Videos - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Under the Hood of Building on Lovable](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100032-under-the-hood-of-building-on-lovable) - [Delay the AI Overlords: How OAuth and OpenFGA Can Keep Your AI Agents from Going Rogue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1637-delay-the-ai-overlords-how-oauth-and-openfga-can-keep-your-ai-agents-from-going-rogue) - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [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) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)