Lead Software Engineer; Remote

This range is provided by OPENLANE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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Who We Are:

OPENLANE powers the world’s most trusted automotive marketplaces through innovation, technology, and people.

Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions.

We’re a technology company delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing.

We’re an analytics company leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights.

And we’re an auction company powering the world’s most advanced and integrated mobile, digital, and physical auction marketplaces.

Location:Remote with limited travel to Carmel, Indiana.

About Our Candidate:

Are you driven by a desire to shape the future of technology? Do you have a powerful vision for software architecture and a passion for innovation? Are you eager to lead and inspire a team to achieve extraordinary results?

We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled Software Engineering leader to join our dynamic team. We thrive on collaboration, accountability, and ownership, and we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We are a Cloud First, API First, Micro Service-based technology team deeply involved in AI advancements.

We are not just evolving; we are revolutionizing. We have moved beyond traditional methodologies like SaFE and are forging our own path. We embrace agile principles but adapt them to maximize efficiency and innovation. We are laser-focused on building exceptional software that delights our customers and sets industry standards.

Ignite Your Success:
What We're Looking For

Think Smart, Lead Fearlessly:
You possess exceptional critical thinking and a foundational grasp of first-principles thinking.

Architect for the Future:
You have a deep understanding of architectural patterns, including Event-Driven, Domain-Driven, API First, Cloud First, and Clean Code principles.

Technical Leadership in Modernizing legacy code stacks: :
You have a deep AWS and microservice architecture experience to modernize legacy codebases through event-driven design.

AI Tool Proficiency:
You are fluent in using AI tools like CoPilot, AWS Q, Cline, or Anthropic to accelerate development.

Cloud Champion:
You have extensive experience in Cloud First architecture and development (AWS preferred).

Proven Success Builder:
You have a proven track record of delivering high-quality enterprise solutions.

Scalability Expert:
You are experienced with large, complex, and highly scalable systems.

Tech Stack Dynamo:
You possess expertise in Type Script, Node.js, Angular, Serverless, and fluency in OO languages (Java or C#), SQL, and databases.

Agile Advocate:
You have strong experience in agile software development processes and the ability to adapt them for optimal results.

CI/CD Savvy:
You are familiar with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools like Azure Dev Ops and Git.

7+ Years of Impact:
You have a minimum of 7 years of experience in technical areas, with a focus on leadership and vision.

Inspire & Drive:
You have the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Supercharge Your Application:
Preferred Skills That Stand Out

AI Innovator:
You're at the forefront of AI, actively using tools like CoPilot, AWS Q, Cline, and Anthropic to drive cutting-edge solutions.

Test Automation:
You champion Test Automation and Behavior Driven Development to ensure top-notch quality.

Dev Ops:
You're proficient in Azure Dev Ops for seamless work management and CI/CD (ADO Pipelines).

Git Hub:
You're an expert in Git Hub for efficient source control management.

Communication:
You have exceptional communication skills and a dedication to building robust, "Rugged Software."

Low-Code Explorer:
You have familiarity or experience with Appian or other low-code/no-code solutions.

Fin Tech:
Familiarity with the Fin Tech/accounting space is a plus .

Education/Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical areas.

Supervisory experience is preferred.

Bachelor's degree…