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Virtutem is seeking a hands-on Software Development Manager / Lead .NET Developer based in the Chicagoland area. You ll lead and code across enterprise-grade applications built on .NET, React, SQL Server, and Infor integrations. This is a high-ownership, remote-first player-coach role ideal for a senior developer ready to lead architecture, mentor offshore teammates, and stay fully technical. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Full Job Description
Title: Lead Software Developer / Development Manager (.NET)
Location: Remote-first, based in the Chicagoland area
Employment Type: Full-time (W-2)
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience and utilization
About the Role
Virtutem is hiring a hands-on Software Development Manager to lead development across mission-critical enterprise applications. This is a hybrid role you ll design, code, and deliver solutions daily, while also setting direction, mentoring offshore developers, and ensuring system reliability, scalability, and performance.
As the in-house technical leader, you ll own application architecture, coding standards, DevOps practices, and the technology roadmap. You ll collaborate with business stakeholders, translate requirements into actionable plans, and ensure development output meets both business and technical goals.
You ll work primarily in .NET (C#, ASP.NET, .NET Core) and React, integrating with Infor ION, Infor CRM, and Batch Metrics. You ll also play a key role in exploring AI-driven solutions and automation technologies that enhance client operations.
This is a remote-first role with occasional in-person collaboration in the Chicagoland area.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as Virtutem s technical lead and primary in-house developer for multiple enterprise applications.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across backend (.NET) and frontend (React) layers.
Manage and mentor offshore developers, conducting code reviews, sprint planning, and technical direction.
Lead the design, implementation, and enhancement of enterprise systems including:
Customer Service Order Entry applications integrated with Infor LX and related platforms.
Planning and analytics applications integrated with Batch Metrics.
Architect, implement, and support integrations using Infor ION and other middleware solutions.
Own and evolve DevOps processes: CI/CD pipelines, version control, release management, and environment governance.
Build and maintain automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, regression).
Collaborate with business stakeholders to align technical execution with strategic priorities.
Drive initiatives around AI and automation, exploring new tools and technologies to add value.
Monitor application health, performance, and stability, proactively resolving bottlenecks or incidents.
Participate directly in development sprints maintaining personal utilization as a key performance metric.
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of experience in .NET (C#, ASP.NET, .NET Core) development.
Proven success leading software projects and managing distributed/offshore teams.
Strong command of React or comparable front-end frameworks.
Advanced skills in SQL Server, database optimization, and data modeling.
Demonstrated ability to architect and deliver enterprise-grade applications.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, etc.).
Excellent communication skills able to articulate technical concepts to business users.
Strong commitment to quality, documentation, and accountability.
Preferred Skills
Experience with Infor LX, Infor ION, and Infor CRM integrations.
Familiarity with Batch Metrics or similar production planning systems.
Exposure to AI/chatbot or process automation technologies.
Knowledge of modern authentication and security standards (OAuth, SSO, etc.).
Meaningful Work
At Virtutem, the systems you build and manage are central to how our clients operate. From order entry and planning to real-time analytics and AI-enhanced workflows, your work directly improves efficiency and reliability for businesses nationwide. You ll have the autonomy to lead technically, make architectural decisions, and contribute daily as a senior developer.
Why Work at Virtutem
High ownership: Lead the full stack of enterprise-grade applications used by real-world clients.
Hands-on leadership: Code daily while setting direction, mentoring developers, and shaping architecture.
Innovation: Work with modern frameworks (.NET Core, React) and enterprise platforms (Infor ION, CRM, Batch Metrics).
Autonomy: Remote-first with flexibility, accountability, and professional growth opportunities.
Local collaboration: Connect in person as needed with our Chicagoland-based leadership team.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, leadership scope, and utilization. Compensation includes a utilization-based incentive component rewarding hands-on contribution and project delivery performance.