Senior Software Development Leader (.NET​/Full Stack​/AI

Senior Software Development Leader (.NET / Full Stack / AI)

Location: Marion, IA [Not a remote position]
Job Type: Full-time

Zeam Media is looking for a hands‑on Senior Software Development leader to help shape the future of the Zeam streaming platform—a fast‑growing, multi‑platform experience spanning web, mobile, and connected TV. If you’re passionate about building scalable systems, leading cross‑functional teams, and using AI to elevate user experiences, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development of core features and infrastructure for the Zeam streaming platform across web, mobile, and connected TV.
• Define and evolve the architectural vision for the Zeam platform, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with long‑term product goals.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable software architecture using .NET, C#, APIs, and modern database technologies.
• Build and lead a multi‑platform engineering team, promoting high standards in code quality, testing, and Dev Ops practices.
• Drive innovation by integrating AI/ML technologies that enrich personalization and discovery within the Zeam experience.
• Stay hands‑on with code, while also mentoring developers and fostering a strong engineering culture.
• Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver high‑quality, user‑centered features—from idea to deployment.
• Evaluate and introduce tools, frameworks, and best practices that keep Zeam performant, modern, and forward‑looking.

What You Bring:

• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep technical expertise in .NET, C#, REST APIs, and relational/non‑relational databases.
• Experience architecting and deploying scalable systems in cloud environments, preferably AWS.
• Proven ability to lead multi‑platform development teams and deliver results in fast‑paced environments.
• A strong background in applying AI/ML technologies to real‑world applications—recommendation engines, smart UX, or content tagging a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a people‑oriented leadership style that encourages growth and accountability.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience working on consumer‑facing platforms like streaming, entertainment, or digital media.
• Familiarity with microservices, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Prior contributions to cross‑platform delivery across mobile (iOS/Android), smart TVs, and web.

Why Join Us:

At Zeam
, we’re building a smarter, faster streaming experience that helps people discover content that matters—especially what’s happening locally. Whether it’s regional shows, local stories, or community‑driven entertainment, Zeam brings a unique local perspective to a modern, multi‑genre and multi‑platform streaming world.

You’ll join a passionate, collaborative team focused on delivering innovative features, intelligent content discovery, and seamless cross‑platform performance. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and want to help shape the future of a platform that connects people not just globally, but right where they live, Zeam is the place to do it.