Software Developer Lead

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Software Developer Lead. Who We Are Looking For

Our Software Developer Lead position requires a strong combination of technical leadership, strategic planning, and people management skills to drive successful software development initiatives. The individual in this role will lead a team of developers, leverage the features of Azure DevOps, and ensure high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while mentoring team members. What YOU Will Be Doing

Lead and mentor a high-performing software development team to deliver high-quality solutions using Azure DevOps.

Balance technical leadership and execution approach to meet the delivery schedule.

Build and maintain professional relationships with team leads, business analysts, and stakeholders.

Ensure projects align with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.

Collaborate and contribute to architectural tasks.

Oversee the entire SDLC, from planning to post deployment using Azure DevOps pipelines and boards.

Configure and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated testing to streamline development processes.

Manage technical debt, scalability, and system performance.

Follow and enforce best practices in source code management, version control, and branching strategies using Azure Repos.

Manage and track project progress and timelines using Azure Boards, ensuring clear communication and collaboration within the team.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement by monitoring key metrics and identifying areas for process optimization using Azure DevOps analytics.

Provide regular reports on project status, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.

Lead performance evaluations and coach team members for growth.

Contribute to software development as needed, particularly in .NET, C#, and database technologies.

Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, product owners, and executives.

What It Takes (some or all)

3+ years of experience managing software developers utilizing Azure DevOps

5+ years of hands-on experience in software development

Strong technical background in :

o.NET ecosystem [.NET Framework and .NET Core along with ASP.NET] and C#

oEntity Framework, EF Core, LINQ

oJavaScript frameworks (Angular, KendoUI, Vue.js, React)

oMicrosoft SQL Server, database design, and structured query language (SQL)

oMicroservice architecture, API development, and integration

oCloud services is a plus

oMicrosoft DevOps practices and tools

Experience with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts)

Deep understanding of DevOps principles, including CI / CD, infrastructure as code, automated testing, and release management

Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices, including code reviews, source control, testing, and deployment

Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and automated build and deployment processes

Strong background in Agile methodologies and the ability to implement Agile practices within the development team

Experience partnering with product or program management teams

Highly motivated to excel and drive team success

Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Insurance Industry knowledge a plus

Compensation depends on experience but is typically $100K-$140K