Software Development Lead - Remote; St. Louis

Position Type: Full-Time, contract to hire

Work Location Type: Remote (Must reside in the Greater St. Louis area)

Years of Experience

Required:

8+ years - 3+ in C#, .NET, Node.js, Python,

Hiring Timeline: Immediate

Company: The name of our partner organization will be disclosed during the interview process. This is not a direct role with Launch Code; it is a position through Launch Code, working with one of our partner companies.

Disclaimer: We are unable to provide work sponsorship for this role. We are unable to consider candidates for this role who have a current or future work sponsorship need (this includes those holding extended OPT Visas).

Our Company Partner is seeking an experienced Software Development Lead to oversee the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade applications and cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in C#, .NET, Node.js, Python, and Azure technologies, combined with leadership skills to mentor developers and ensure best practices in software engineering and Dev Ops.

• Lead the design and development of applications using C#, .NET, Node.js, and Python.
• Architect and implement solutions leveraging Azure services including API Gateway, APIM, Function Apps, VNet/Subnet, and security configurations.
• Drive Dev Ops practices including CI/CD pipeline setup and maintenance.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for cloud resource provisioning.
• Conduct requirements analysis and translate business needs into technical designs.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Perform code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across application and infrastructure layers.

• 8+ years in software/cloud engineering, including 3+ years designing on Microsoft Azure.
• Expertise in C#, .NET, Node.js, and Python.
• Strong experience with Azure technologies including API Gateway, APIM, Function Apps, VNet/Subnet, and security best practices.
• Proficiency in Dev Ops tools and CI/CD pipeline management.
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform for Infrastructure as Code.
• Solid understanding of software architecture and design principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Familiarity with serverless architectures and event‑driven systems.
• Exposure to security compliance and governance in cloud environments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of developers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.