Lead Application Developer - NodeJS, React and API's

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

CLA is currently seeking a Lead Developer to join our growing internal IT team, as a lead you will be responsible for leading software development projects from conception to deployment, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.

The Lead Application Developer's essential job functions: Designing software solutions: The Lead Application Developer designs software solutions, considering the needs of the business, the capabilities of the technology being used, and the requirements of end-users.

• Defining technical standards: The Lead Application Developer works with Architects and other technical members to define software standards.
• Collaborating with stakeholders: The Lead Application Developer collaborates with stakeholders, including business leaders, project managers, and other technical professionals, to ensure that software solutions meet the needs of the business.
• Conducting research: The Lead Application Developer conducts research into emerging technologies and software development methodologies, staying up to date with the latest trends and best practices.
• Mentoring junior team members: The Lead Application Developer mentors junior team members, providing guidance and support as they develop their skills and expertise.
• Ensuring quality: The Lead Application Developer ensures that software solutions are of a high standard of quality, conducting testing and quality assurance activities as needed.
• Documenting software solutions: The Lead Application Developer documents software solutions, including requirements, design specifications, and user documentation.
• Providing technical leadership: The Lead Application Developer provides technical leadership, ensuring that the team is working in alignment with best practices and industry standards.
• Developing code: The Lead Application Developer is responsible for writing and testing code, ensuring that it meets the requirements of the software solution being developed.
  

What you will need:

Experience: Ten years of application development and support working as a lead on multiple projects or applications.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or experience acceptable in lieu of bachelor's degree.

Technical Competencies

Strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards* Deep expertise and hands on experience with web applications, frameworks, and programming languages such as React, node.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, SaaS, and APIs * Experience building MicroServices* Experience working on containers (Docker)* Deep knowledge of Front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap, React, and AngularJS* Experience developing within the .Net framework (ASP.Net, C#, WCF Web services, MVC)* Experience working with Azure environment, DevOps, SharePoint Online, Blob, Office 365* Experience using a Database such as Postgres, SQL Server, mySQL or mongoDb * Experience with DevSecOps, Veracode, SonarQube and Dynatrace

Organizational Interfaces

The Lead Application Developer reports directly to the Web Services Manager. You will interact on a regular basis with other IT team members, business users, Managers, and Principals. Will also works with external vendors.

Travel Requirements

This position requires <10% travel

Our Perks:

• Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Mental health coverage
• Quarterly Wellness stipend
• Fertility benefits
• Complete list of benefits here

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.

To view a complete list of benefits click here.