> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3689757-lead-full-stack-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3689757-lead-full-stack-engineer). 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). --- # Lead Full Stack Engineer - **Company:** Humana Inc. - **Location:** Louisville, KY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $129,300.0 - $177,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Database Design, Database Models, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Design of User Interfaces, PostgreSQL, Next.js, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Data Logging, ReactJS, Backend, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Front End Software Development, Api Design, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Microservices - **Published:** October 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us1be938fa40fba92f067f29d12cfd0db1/eaa ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience * 2+ years proven experience in a lead or senior full stack engineering role * Strong hands-on experience with: React, Next.js, TypeScript, C# / .NET, PostgreSQL * Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and/or modern service-based architectures * Strong understanding of front-end architecture, component design, state management, and responsive UI development * Strong understanding of back-end application design, service orchestration, and database design * Experience with testing strategies across unit, integration, and end-to-end layers * Experience working in Agile product delivery environments * Strong communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills Preferred Qualifications * Experience with cloud platforms, especially Azure * Experience with microservices or distributed systems * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability, logging, and production support practices * Experience in healthcare, regulated industries, or enterprise-scale environments * Knowledge of secure software development practices and data protection requirements ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Full Stack Engineer to help design, build, and maintain modern, scalable web applications. This role will provide technical leadership across the full stack, partnering closely with product, design, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing applications. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in React, Next.js, TypeScript, C#, and PostgreSQL, along with strong leadership skills and a passion for building resilient, user-centered solutions in a highly collaborative environment., * Lead the design, development, and delivery of full stack applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, C#, and PostgreSQL * Architect scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions across front-end and back-end systems * Partner with product managers, UX designers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions * Establish and promote engineering best practices, coding standards, and development processes * Mentor and coach engineers through design reviews, code reviews, and day-to-day technical guidance * Drive technical decision-making for application architecture, API design, system integration, and database modeling * Optimize application performance, accessibility, reliability, and developer experience * Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to support CI/CD, monitoring, testing, and deployment strategies * Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and operational standards * Contribute to roadmap planning, estimation, technical discovery, and delivery execution