Technology Lead

5 • Dallas, TX, US • 2w ago

What You'll Be Doing

Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing clear direction to keep projects on track and aligned with long-term platform strategy
Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from planning and architecture to deployment and maintenance, making sure projects stay on schedule, meet business needs, and maintain high quality.
Maintain platform stability, scalability, and security by implementing best practices, identifying potential risks, and proactively addressing technical challenges before they impact operations.
Develop and communicate strategic technology roadmaps and project plans that align with business objectives, keeping stakeholders informed on progress, challenges, and future plans.
Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure that the technology strategy is fully aligned with the broader company goals, supporting both operational needs and long-term growth.
Make key technical decisions that drive performance, reliability, and efficiency staying current with emerging technologies that could improve platform capabilities.
Establish and enforce coding standards, security protocols, and best practices, ensuring the development team produces high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.
Implement cybersecurity measures that protect sensitive data, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with industry standards, proactively strengthening the security posture of the platform.
Stay informed about new industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating how they can be leveraged to enhance our technology stack and maintain a competitive edge.
Manage vendor relationships and external development resources as needed, ensuring that third-party tools and partnerships effectively support our technology and business goals.

What You'll Bring

5+ years of professional software development experience, including extensive experience in PHP, Laravel, and MySQL, with hands-on experience building and maintaining complex web applications in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field OR 7+ years of relevant experience in software/web development.
3+ years of technical team leadership or management experience, with a track record of successfully leading development teams, scaling platforms, and implementing best practices to ensure long-term platform success.
3+ years of experience with PHP and the Laravel framework, along with a deep understanding of software architecture, performance optimization, and Agile development methodologies, with the ability to balance technical debt and innovation.
Deep expertise in cybersecurity, data management, and system integrations, ensuring that security is embedded into all aspects of development and platform maintenance.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders while helping build a productive and engaged team environment.
The ability to work independently, taking initiative and ownership of projects while also being a key contributor to a positive and engaged team culture.

What's Ideal

You live in the DFW, TX metroplex
Experience in the energy or advisory sector is a plus, particularly with platforms that support data-driven decision-making.
Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure, particularly AWS or Azure, and experience designing and managing cloud-based applications.
Experience managing third-party vendors and development partners, ensuring their contributions align with the overall technology strategy and business needs

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