Lead Software Developer (.NET)

As a Lead Software Developer, you will be extremely hands-on, leading the development and operation of an accounting and management system within the financial services space. You ll drive outcomes that matter system reliability, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency. You ll guide cross-functional teams through complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and fintech best practices.

Engineering Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the application teams through the full SDLC design, build, test, deploy, and operate using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• Architect, code, and deliver secure, scalable platforms that support high-volume financial transactions and meet regulatory standards.
• Lead the release management function to ensure smooth, timely, and issue free code deployments

Application Modernization

• Participate in platform modernization and consolidation efforts, balancing innovation with stability.
• Evaluate existing applications and identify modernization opportunities focused on improving integration, functionality, and scalability
• Develop a technology and data architecture roadmap - defining how internal systems should evolve to support both current production needs and future growth
• Retool and align existing systems, including production and client-facing tools, to create a unified and efficient infrastructure

Fintech-Specific Strategy & Risk Management

• Ensure systems comply with financial regulations (e.g., PCI DSS) and are audit-ready.
• Implement cybersecurity best practices and lead proactive risk mitigation strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product, Compliance, Infrastructure, and Customer Support to align priorities and deliver exceptional member experiences.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure transparency, alignment, and shared understanding of goals and risks.

Operational Excellence

• Maximize system uptime and performance.
• Lead incident response and root cause analysis for production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, DevSecOps practices, and process optimization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related field; Master s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with software development in a Fortune 500 environment.
• Deep expertise in;
• Microsoft SQL Server, .NET (C#, ASP, VB), Delphi, C#, WinForm, and MVC architecture.
• Windows Operating Systems
• Thick-client application development and deployment.
• Creating and consuming web services
• Proven track record of delivering secure, compliant, and scalable fintech solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in Accounting and IRS reporting
• Expertise using C# and MSSQL
• Experience leading amidst complex stakeholder landscapes.
• Expertise utilizing TFS, GitLab, ServiceNow, Jira, CyberArk, SailPoint, and Confluence.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly evolved team skills evidenced by success in team sports or similar
• Calm amidst pressure, tight timelines, and significant workloads
• Strong familiarity with accounting systems and processes.