Lead Software Developer

Exam Works is looking for an experienced Lead Software Developer to join the team!

This is an onsite role Monday - Friday standard business hours in one of the following office locations:
Norwood, MA
, Los Angeles, CA
, Rockford, IL
, or Tampa, FL
.

The Lead Software Developer serves as a technical leader, responsible for guiding development projects and supporting the growth and performance of the team. The role partners with management to align technical direction with business goals, ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices, and deliver reliable, scalable software solutions. The Lead provides mentorship, conducts technical reviews, resolves complex issues, and fosters a collaborative, high-performing team environment in alignment with company standards and policies.

• Serve as the technical lead for development projects, partnering with management to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business objectives.
• Guide and mentor developers, fostering professional growth, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Ensure adherence to established coding standards, architectural principles, and software development best practices.
• Lead and participate in technical design sessions and peer code reviews to maintain quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify requirements, define technical specifications, and translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Support software releases and rollouts, and production deployments to ensure smooth implementation.
• Provide accurate time and effort estimates for project planning and resource allocation.

• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with the company's standards, policies, and all applicable employment laws.
• In conjunction with management, manage and monitor workflow and provide support, training, and techniques to assist staff in achieving department goals and standards.
• Encourage positive morale, maintain harmony among staff, and resolve grievances when necessary.
• Communicate change effectively and support those affected by change.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide periodic feedback to staff, and report any performance concerns and/or recommendations for growth opportunities to management.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years related experience in software development; or equivalent combination of education and experience required, including leading project teams.
• Must have proven experience delivering complex software solutions in a collaborative, agile development environment.
• Must have demonstrated leadership in guiding and coordinating project teams, ensuring alignment with technical and business objectives.
• Must have knowledge of programming languages, data structures, and software design principles, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Must have proficiency in writing, debugging, and optimizing code to achieve desired outcomes and maintain high-quality standards.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information clearly, listen actively, and seek clarification as needed.

Exam Works is a leading provider of innovative healthcare services including independent medical examinations, peer reviews, bill reviews, Medicare compliance, case management, record retrieval, document management and related services. Our clients include property and casualty insurance carriers, law firms, third-party claim administrators and government agencies that use independent services to confirm the veracity of claims by sick or injured individuals under automotive, disability, liability, and workers' compensation insurance coverages.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Exam Works offers a fast‑paced team atmosphere with competitive benefits (medical, vision, dental), paid time off, and 401(k).