Job OverviewAt iCIMS, we're redefining how people connect with opportunity through intelligent, human-centered technology. We're growing rapidly and are seeking Lead Software Engineers to drive the development of the next generation of our Talent Cloud platform through single-page applications and REST API services that power our AI-driven talent acquisition solutions.
You'll lead a team of engineers and collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and architects to design and build user experiences that transform how people navigate their careers, in a culture that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning. Your expertise in modern front-end and back-end development, combined with strong leadership skills, will directly shape products used by talent acquisition teams globally.
About Us You'll be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering organization that values excellence and continuous improvement. This role offers exposure to strategic decision-making and an opportunity to contribute to the success of the company vision.
Responsibilities - Provide technical leadership and direction for engineering teams, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and business goals
- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable back-end services and REST APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., React, TypeScript, Node.js, Python/Java)
- Integrate AI capabilities (e.g., natural language processing, large language models) into production applications
- Own architectural decisions for complex systems and guide teams in implementing best practices for scalability, performance, and security
- Collaborate with data scientists to translate AI models into user-facing features and with product managers to define requirements
- Write comprehensive automated tests and participate in code reviews to maintain code quality
- Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, development workflows, and system architecture across multiple teams
- Mentor and coach engineers, fostering career growth and building a high-performing team culture
- Partner with stakeholders to plan and deliver strategic initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality execution
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- 8+ years of professional software development experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role
- Strong proficiency in React and TypeScript for front-end development
- Experience building REST API services with Node.js
- Proficiency with test automation, unit testing, and continuous integration practices
- Experience with modern SPA architectures and cloud-based deployment (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with intellectual curiosity
- Proven ability to lead teams, influence architectural decisions, and deliver complex projects
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across both technical and non-technical teams
PreferredMaster's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or other technical degree and 5 years of software engineering experience or 3 years of experience developing recruiting software. - Bachelor's degree* in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or other technical degree and 5 years of experience developing recruiting software or 7 years of software engineering experience. - In lieu of bachelor's or technical degree, we will accept 2 additional years of software engineering experience.
EEO StatementiCIMS is a place where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our approach helps us to build a winning team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. So, regardless of how your diversity expresses itself, you can find a home here at iCIMS.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at
Compensation and BenefitsCompetitive health and wellness benefits include medical insurance (employee and dependent family members), personal accident and group term life insurance, bonding and parental leave, lifestyle spending account reimbursements, wellness services offerings, sick and casual/emergency days, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, retirals (PF - employer contribution) and gratuity. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location, role, and tenure. Learn more here:
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