Technical Lead (Hybrid)

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Technical Lead

Location: Akron, OH (Hybrid)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Lead to oversee the design, development, and delivery of innovative technology solutions. The Technical Lead will act as both a hands-on engineer and a team leader, ensuring high-quality code, scalable architecture, and alignment with business objectives. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and excellent communication skills to guide a team of developers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management - 30%
• Lead a team of developers/engineers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and support.
• Oversee task assignments, code reviews, and delivery timelines to ensure project success.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies
• Technical Ownership – 50%
• Drive the Technical story creation, technical design, and implementation of software solutions.
• Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and maintainable.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend their adoption where appropriate.
• Collaboration & Communication – 10%
• Partner with Product Managers, Architects, QA, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Align technical execution with organizational goals and roadmaps.
• Quality & Best Practices – 10%
• Champion best practices in software development, testing, CI/CD, and DevOps.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead a team of developers/engineers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and support.
• Oversee task assignments, code reviews, and delivery timelines to ensure project success.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies
• Drive the Technical story creation, technical design, and implementation of software solutions.
• Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and maintainable.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend their adoption where appropriate.
• Partner with Product Managers, Architects, QA, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Align technical execution with organizational goals and roadmaps.
• Champion best practices in software development, testing, CI/CD, and DevOps.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 2+ years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven expertise in Java, .NET, Python, Node.js, React Native, AWS, SF
• Strong knowledge of system architecture, microservices, and cloud platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality results.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior background in mentoring and developing engineering talent.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive healthcare, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) matching after one year of employment
• Generous time off + company holidays
• Merchandise discount
• Learning & Development programs
• Much more!