Lead Software Engineer

Overview

The Lead Software Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of complex software solutions within Crestron’s product ecosystem. This role drives technical execution across disciplines, mentors junior and mid‑level engineers, and serves as a key technical authority within the team.

• Lead architectural design and full‑lifecycle development of complex software features and systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability across Crestron products.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid‑level engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with hardware, firmware, QA, product management, and cloud teams to define integration points and deliver cohesive end‑to‑end solutions.
• Drive resolution of complex, cross‑disciplinary technical challenges, balancing technical depth with business priorities and schedule constraints.
• Decompose system‑level features into well‑scoped tasks, estimate delivery timelines, identify technical risks, and propose mitigation strategies to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, development processes, and best practices; participate in architectural reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering workflows.
• Evaluate and introduce new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to improve software quality, performance, and development efficiency; lead proof‑of‑concept efforts where applicable.
• Produce clear, comprehensive technical documentation including design specifications, API references, and runbooks to support maintainability and knowledge transfer.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical trade‑offs effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 5–10 years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated lead‑level contributions.
• 5+ years leading software projects or teams in a product‑focused environment.
• 3+ years working in cross‑functional Agile teams delivering commercial hardware/software products.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented and/or functional programming; .NET preferred.
• Strong understanding of system design and software architecture principles (microservices, APIs, distributed systems).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and software delivery lifecycle best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Dev Ops practices.
• Experience in cross‑functional collaboration and technical communication with hardware, firmware, and QA teams.
• Mentoring and coaching experience; ability to foster technical growth within a team.

Annual pay range: $122,500 – $198,000 (base salary subject to performance). Offer may vary based on location, qualifications, experience, and market factors.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, Holidays, On‑site amenities at NJ Headquarters & TX Facilities, Market Cafes, and Fitness Centers.

Crestron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No solicitation. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion for innovation.