Lead Software Developer

The Lead Software Developer Lead serves as a technical leader, responsible for guiding development projects and supporting the growth and performance of the team. The role partners with management to align technical direction with business goals, ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices, and deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. The Lead provides mentorship, conducts technical reviews, resolves complex issues, and fosters a collaborative, high-performing team environment in alignment with company standards and policies., * Serve as the technical lead for development projects, partnering with management to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business objectives.

• Guide and mentor developers, fostering professional growth, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Ensure adherence to established coding standards, architectural principles, and software development best practices.
• Lead and participate in technical design sessions and peer code reviews to maintain quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify requirements, define technical specifications, and translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Stay current with industry trends, integrating relevant advancements into team practices.
• Support software releases and rollouts, and production deployments to ensure smooth implementation.
• Provide accurate time and effort estimates for project planning and resource allocation.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years related experience in software development; or equivalent combination of education and experience required, including leading project teams.
• Carrying out all responsibilities in accordance with the company’s standards, policies, and all applicable employment laws.
• In conjunction with management, managing and monitoring workflow and providing support, training, and techniques to assist staff in achieving department daily/weekly/monthly goals and standards.
• Encouraging positive morale, maintaining harmony among staff, and resolving grievances when necessary.
• In conjunction with management, communicating with change effectively and supporting those affected by change.
• Evaluating staff performance, providing periodic feedback to staff and reporting any performance concerns and/or recommendations for growth opportunities to management.

• Must have proven experience delivering complex software solutions in a collaborative, agile development environment.
• Must have demonstrated leadership in guiding and coordinating project teams, ensuring alignment with technical and business objectives.
• Must have knowledge of programming languages, data structures, and software design principles, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Must have proficiency in writing, debugging, and optimizing code to achieve desired outcomes and maintain high-quality standards.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information clearly, listen actively, and seek clarification as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to change and guide team through shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.
• Must have commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
• Ability to follow all company policies and procedures in effect at time of hire and as they may change or be added from time to time.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans ExamWorks offers a fast-paced team atmosphere with competitive benefits (medical, vision, dental), paid time off, and 401k.

ExamWorks is a leading provider of innovative healthcare services including independent medical examinations, peer reviews, bill reviews, Medicare compliance, case management, record retrieval, document management and related services. Our clients include property and casualty insurance carriers, law firms, third-party claim administrators and government agencies that use independent services to confirm the veracity of claims by sick or injured individuals under automotive, disability, liability and workers’ compensation insurance coverages.