Lead Software Engineer

Our client, a leading organization in the financial technology sector, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their innovative team. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be supporting the Surveillance Platform and Analytics department by guiding the design and development of innovative full-stack solutions. This role combines hands-on technical contribution with team leadership, architectural guidance, and strategic technical direction for business-critical surveillance systems that protect market integrity.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical leadership, innovative thinking, and a collaborative spirit, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer
Locations: Rockville, Maryland (Hybrid)
OR Tysons, VA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $85/hr W2

• Lead the design and architecture of complex, distributed surveillance systems based on evolving business needs.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical growth and best practices.
• Develop and implement full-stack enterprise applications utilizing Java, JavaScript/Angular, Spring Boot, REST/Web Services, and big-data technologies.
• Architect scalable, resilient solutions on AWS leveraging serverless and container technologies such as Lambda, ECS, S3, RDS, and EMR.
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, leading proof-of-concept initiatives, and integrating AI capabilities to enhance product features and team productivity.
• Champion CI/CD, infrastructure as code, automated testing, and observability practices across the team

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other relevant Engineering discipline (Master's preferred) with 10+ years of experience in software engineering/full-stack development, with at least 3 years in technical leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in full-stack development using Java, JavaScript, REST/Web Services, Angular, and Spring Boot.
• 7+ years of experience architecting and building solution son AWS Cloud, including ECS, Lambda, RDS, S3, and EMR.
• Strong background working with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Presto, or AWS EMR.
• Demonstrated experience leading AI/ML initiatives, leveraging AI technologies for product and process innovation.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge surveillance systems that impact market integrity.
• Clear career progression towards Staff and Principal Engineer roles.
• Engagement with innovative AI and big data technologies.
• Collaborative environment that values mentorship and leadership development.
• Work with a diverse and inclusive team committed to excellence and innovation.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!