Lead Software Engineer II

Address: 322 Rhett Street, Greenville, South Carolina, United States - 29601   

 

Purpose Financial, Inc. is an innovative consumer financial services company that offers a diverse suite of credit products, promoting financial inclusion and meeting consumers wherever they are. Through its brands, the company is committed to helping customers achieve their version of financial stability in the moment and in the future.  Since 1997, Purpose Financial has been a pioneer in the consumer credit and financial services market offering money solutions in over 1,000 storefronts locations and online lending.  Providing services in over 20 states, Purpose Financial employs over 2,700 team members.

At Purpose Financial we are always on the lookout for motivated individuals who share in our values of mutual respect to join our team of outstanding professionals.

We offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Health/Life Benefits
• Health Savings Account plus Employer Seed
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 3 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• 11 Company Paid Holiday's
• Paid Time Off including Volunteer Time
• Vacation Carryover
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work-Life Balance
• Business Casual Environment
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Office in downtown Greenville that offers free parking, onsite gym, free snacks/drinks (for those working onsite or hybrid)

To learn more about Purpose Financial visit Purpose Financial Website.

 

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Lead Software Engineer II to join our dynamic and growing organization. The Lead Engineer will oversee our software teams, provide technical direction and guidance for development projects. The Lead Engineer will ensure that all projects meet the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker to provide innovative solutions to complex development challenges.

Job Responsibility

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers and various scrum teams. Note, this is not a human resources management role. It is a technical and team leadership role.
• Provides technical and project direction, guidance for multiple development projects.
• Complete ownership, design, architecture, and development and delivery of features.
• Oversee technical and project plans, timelines, ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Act as Scrum Master for at least two scrum teams.
• Work closely with other departments, such as product management, TPMs, Data, and Operations, to ensure all technical requirements are met and delivered.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure quality standards are met.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies, processes, and tools to enhance development capabilities.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop technical solutions to meet customer needs.
• Develop and document technical processes and procedures.

Accountability

Understand, adhere to, and enforce all corporate policies.

Job Responsibilities Cont.

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.

Experience Required

• 8+ years of experience in software development and technical and team leadership.
• Leadership experience leading multiple software teams and full SDLC ownership.
• Demonstrated experience in Java, AWS, DevOps practices etc.
• Demonstrated experience in owning and driving design documents to conclusion.
• Experience in driving new technology initiatives to phase out legacy infrastructure and applications.
• Experience leading fast-paced teams with ownership of end to end to delivery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software development methodologies and techniques.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Knowledge Required

Excellent written and verbal communications skills; adaptability and flexibility to a changing environment; and comfortable working in a dynamic, high volume, fast-paced environment. Ability to understand and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and laws governing our industry/business and products.

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time; standing occasionally; walking; bending; squatting; kneeling; pushing/pulling; reaching; twisting; frequent lifting of less than 10 lbs., occasional lifting of