Remote Lead Software Engineer (OpenEdge) - Remote (Req. #664)

Description:

• We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Lead Software Engineer to join our team and support the development of ClearTrack and RTI Edge products.
• These exceptional tools are integral to the success of Special Education (SPED) Management and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) within the K-12 education sector.
• In this role, your expertise will assist with the design, testing, and implementation of these products to ensure they meet our customers’ needs.
• You will also serve as a technical mentor, guiding a talented group of engineers and fostering their growth through feedback and coaching.
• Your expertise will be vital in exploring new technologies, resolving complex bugs, and ensuring our systems and platforms operate flawlessly.
• The ideal candidate for this role is not only highly skilled in software engineering but also has a strong ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, as they will be working closely with team members and stakeholders.
• Additionally, they should have a proven track record of leading successful projects and mentoring other engineers.
• Contributes as an individual expert by designing, implementing, and thoroughly testing solutions.
• Ensures that the solutions defined within the scope of work meet the customer requirements and align with organizational goals.
• Responsible for the solutions developed by a team of engineers to support the defined business needs.
• Determines the scope and methodology agreed-upon with Engineering Lead (Test) for testing requirements.
• Facilitates cross-functional meetings with other teams to determine dependencies and blocks to ensure effective and efficient implementation of solutions.
• Provides ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for new and existing systems and platforms.
• Triages bugs and works with senior engineers to develop solutions to fix and address customer concerns.
• Investigates new technologies, processes, and best practices including security and privacy where relevant.
• Understands the importance of software security and actively looks for security vulnerabilities.
• Owns and executes annual quarterly departmental OKRs and initiatives.
• Provides technical leadership to approximately five software engineers with varying skill levels.
• Helps define what skills the team requires and contributes as a talent multiplier to motivate the team to excel and perform.
• Mentors software engineers and coaches others to promote communication and emotional maturity.
• Gives feedback on a regular basis via structured coaching one-on-ones to facilitate personal and professional growth.
• Provides feedback on performance during the annual performance appraisal process.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Five to 10+ years of extensive software development experience in Progress OpenEdge V11/12 using GUI and WebSpeed, OE Studio, PASOE is required.
• Experience with cloud providers (AWS) is required.
• Experience building Web Applications using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript is required.
• Extensive knowledge of OE database design, performance optimization, and troubleshooting is required.
• Knowledge of SQL or Oracle is a plus.
• Knowledge of C and/or C++ is a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance (with a free option!) is provided.
• Dental Insurance is included.
• Vision Insurance is available.
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance is offered.
• Optional Additional Life Insurance is available.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance is provided.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance is included.
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) are available.
• Health Savings Accounts with Company Contributions are offered.
• Optional Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance as well as Legal Assistance are available.
• Flexible Time Off is provided.
• Eight Paid Holidays are included.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) Options with Company Match are available.
• Investment in Professional Development including a license to Udemy training courses and leadership training is offered.
• Employee Assistance Program is available.
• Adoption Assistance is provided.
• Pet Insurance Discounts are available.
• Tickets to local sporting events are offered.
• Team building events are organized.
• Holiday and celebration parties are held.