Tech Lead, Backend Developer, Software Engineer

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Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

• People-First:
  Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.
• Collaboration and Transparency:
  Valuing teamwork and open communication.
• Growth Mindset:
  Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Creating Lasting Impact:
  Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.

Bixal is seeking an experienced Technical Lead to guide the design, development, and delivery of an enterprise-scale, accessible digital platform for a federal government client. This role combines hands‑on technical leadership with day‑to‑day client engagement, driving architecture decisions across Word Press, Drupal, and Salesforce, and API implementations that support these and other business functions, while mentoring a cross‑functional delivery team.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, product owners, designers, and fellow engineers to mature and modernize the platform, ensuring every release meets rigorous accessibility, security, and performance standards. In close collaboration with the Project Manager, you will lead and engage the client – bringing technical judgement, translating complex technical tradeoffs into clear, confident conversations that build trust and keep delivery on track.

Candidates should be prepared to discuss or demonstrate relevant project experience during the interview process. You will have the opportunity to join a project that directly supports Bixal’s mission of improving how government serves people.

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US.Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

This is a full‑time role with a salary range of $135,000–$155,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.

• Lead architecture and implementation decisions across Word Press, Drupal, and Salesforce, along with API design and integration work connecting these systems.
• Guide the team in maturing legacy and evolving platforms into modern, enterprise‑grade, scalable systems.
• Set and enforce coding standards, review architecture and code, and…