> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4694753-lead-software-engineer-engineering-manager-portals-team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4694753-lead-software-engineer-engineering-manager-portals-team). 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 Software Engineer/Engineering Manager (Portals Team) - **Company:** SOUND EXCHANGE - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $171,000 - $209,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Cloudfront, Amazon S3, Software Applications, Big Data, Distributed Systems, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Enterprise Software Applications, Ios Frameworks, Git, Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Terraform, Software Version Control, OpenSearch, Microservices - **Published:** November 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.soundexchange.com/careers-job/?gh_jid=5291716007&gh_board=soundexchangeinc ## About the Role * Proficiency at designing and developing software using many of the following: Python, Django, SQL (Postgres), AWS (S3, ECS, OpenSearch, RDS, Cloudfront, etc.), JavaScript, Typescript, JPax, Git, Kiro * Experience with Terraform or other infrastructure as code technologies * Experience with Vue3 or other UI frameworks * Experience with migrating legacy application to modern technologies * Experience building enterprise software with complex business rules and data models * Experience designing and developing microservices or other distributed systems * Experience with scaling to work with large data sets * Ability to influence and communicate effectively with team members, peers, and business partners * Proficiency in Agile software development methodology, processes, and practices Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience: * Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience * 7 or more years of experience in software engineering * At least 2 years of experience leading a software engineering team ADA Specifications: * This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) all of the time * This position requires the ability to spend all of the time viewing computer monitors ## Description The Lead Software Engineer for our Portals team will be a key contributor to full lifecycle software development while coaching, leading, and mentoring their small technical team. This role oversees the technical details and day-to-day execution of all new features and operational activities within the development team in collaboration with the technical product owner. The Lead Engineer is a critical element in our agile delivery process for new features and capabilities to support our growing music royalty processing platform., * Provide hands-on technical leadership to a small team of software engineers * Collaborate across teams to estimate, design, develop, support, test, and deliver data driven solutions * Facilitate architecture discussions and decision-making both within and across teams * Interface with key project stakeholders, mentor team members, and promote and improve software engineering practices * Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and dedication to engineering team and company success * Establish and promote use of technologies and processes that lower risk and increase efficiency * Support and improve software development standards and best practices, including generative coding, peer reviews, and source control * Support and improve existing software applications and design, or collaborate on designing, new software applications or features * Take responsibility for full Agile SDLC, especially from refinement to release * Lead, coach, and develop team members by setting clear expectations, providing timely feedback, supporting growth, and fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment, The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.