Sr. Staff Software Engineer

The Role:

The Senior Staff Software Engineer will play a crucial role in guiding and mentoring our software development teams in adopting new technologies and solutions. This position is key as we expand software integration across cloud and on-premises platforms to introduce innovative capabilities. The team member in this role should possess a strong background in enterprise system design and architecture and have a proven track record of successfully leading projects from ideation to commercial release. Additionally, the individual should excel at fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

What you'll do:

Architect Scalable Systems

• Design and architect scalable enterprise-level systems that operate seamlessly across devices, on-premises, and cloud environments to fulfill business objectives. 
• Develop comprehensive architecture documentation and conduct regular reviews to ensure adherence.

Champion Best Practices:

• Lead efforts to align software teams on implementing and adhering to industry best practices for coding and documentation. 
• Develop guidelines and training sessions to ensure consistent quality across all projects.

Drive Technical Innovation

• Guide the organization in adopting new enterprise technical frameworks and solutions.
• Set the strategic direction for development and assess emerging technologies for potential integration.

Prototype and Innovate

• Develop prototypes to validate new design concepts and introduce innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure feasibility.

Integrate New Technologies

• Research, design, and implement plans to integrate new technologies, enhancing software development processes. 
• Evaluate current practices and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Manage Technical Projects

• Lead and oversee multiple technical projects, ensuring they align with architectural goals and are delivered on time and to quality standards. 
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to resolve dependencies.

Consult on Complex Issues

• Provide expert advice on highly complex programs, offering strategic direction and troubleshooting guidance. 
• Mentor less experienced engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.

Identify and Address Gaps

• Identify gaps in technical understanding and proactively seek solutions. 
• Implement training programs and resources to bridge knowledge gaps within the team.

Oversee Cross-Team Commitments

• Manage cross-team commitments, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and resources are allocated effectively. 
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as necessary to meet project goals.

Influence Architectural Strategy

• Contribute significantly to the architecture team, impacting the current and long-term technical direction of the company. 
• Participate in architecture reviews and strategy sessions.

Build Collaborative Relationships

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with engineering leaders across product, QA, and customer support. 
• Facilitate open communication to ensure alignment and mutual understanding.

Define Engineering Strategy

• Participate in defining the engineering strategy, working to simplify product and technical designs. 
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to align technical and product roadmaps.

Refine Best Practices

• Continuously refine team best practices and process improvements to enhance workflow.
• Encourage team participation in suggesting new ideas and approaches for innovation.

Foster Innovation Culture

• Encourage team participation in generating new ideas and approaches, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Who you are:

• 8+ years of software development experience, focusing on quality and performance.
• 3+ years in a leadership role with project management skills, having led large enterprise software projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure for cloud development.
• Experience in machine learning and data science.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong communication skills for working with teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster teamwork.
• Strong problem-solving skills.