Lead Backend Developer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Lead Backend Developer in Miami, FL.

Responsibilities:
* Lead Backend Developer will design and implement innovative next generation systems in Franchisee tech and high-performance products and services
* Design, develop, and maintain software applications using modern programming languages and technologies
* Raise the bar on team processes, deployments, developer experience, and code standards
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical solutions
* Be up to date on the latest technologies that can help improve the developer and guest experiences
* Troubleshoot and debug software issues, implement solutions, and improve system performance
* As a Lead Backend Developer, you will provide detailed and constructive design and code reviews to teammates on their code
* Write multiple forms of testing, including in unit, integration, and end-to-end
* Create best-in-class software based on an understanding of business and technical priorities and needs

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/related fields or relevant industry experience
* 6+ years of software engineering experience working on consumer-facing products and services
* Experience with Snowflake, AWS Redshift, or other data lake/warehouse technologies
* Experience with time series database patterns
* Experience using modern JavaScript/TypeScript build and packaging systems
* Experience with Node and relevant frameworks, NestJS and/or Express preferred
* Knowledge of analytics databases and data pipelines (OLAP, ETLs)
* Broad knowledge of database systems (relational and otherwise) as well as their tradeoffs
* Functional knowledge of Build/Automation/CI-CD tools (CircleCI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
* Familiarity with Observability tools and instrumentation (Datadog, New Relic, CloudWatch, etc.)
* Strong SQL expertise with one or more of the major databases (MySQL, Postgres, SQL Server)
* Cloud deployment expertise, preferably AWS + Terraform
* Excellent team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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