Application Developer Lead (.NET) - (Remote)

FEI Systems•Columbia, MD

1d•Remote

About The Position

At FEI Systems, we create innovative technology solutions to improve the delivery of health and human services because we know when cumbersome administrative processes stand in the way, those who need it most are often left without access to proper care and support. From comprehensive case management software to disaster recovery services and content management information systems used in delivering foreign aid, our solutions are improving the lives of millions of people. We’re looking for an application developer lead who shares our commitment to leveraging technology to make a real impact in the world – a professional who knows, beyond all else, that the quality of our products and services is only as good as the company we keep. All candidates will be required to complete at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process. We are seeking an Application Developer Lead who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership capabilities. This role is responsible not only for designing and delivering high-quality software solutions, but also for mentoring developers, ensuring code quality standards, sequencing work across the team, and supporting overall team performance and administrative coordination.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented (OO) design patterns.
Experience with Domain Driven Design (DDD).
Strong understanding of Service Oriented Architecture.
Experience developing unit tests and implementing test-driven development.
6+ years of experience working with C# and .NET, including 2+ years with .NET Core.
4+ years of experience working with Angular (15+) and TypeScript.
3+ years of experience working with Git, Azure DevOps, or similar tools for version control and CI/CD.
2+ years of experience working with AWS serverless or similar cloud services.
Demonstrated experience leading development efforts or mentoring developers.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Proven ability to communicate complex software designs clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to sequence and prioritize work effectively.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated ownership mindset and accountability for team outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical leadership in the design, development, and delivery of enterprise applications using .NET and Angular technologies.
Establish and enforce development standards, architectural patterns, and coding best practices.
Lead technical design sessions and ensure alignment with Domain Driven Design (DDD), Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), and Object-Oriented (OO) design principles.
Review and approve solution designs to ensure scalability, maintainability, and security.
Participate in and contribute to system architecture decisions in collaboration with architects and senior stakeholders.
Conduct and oversee code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, testing coverage, and architectural consistency.
Monitor technical debt and proactively guide remediation efforts.
Ensure CI/CD best practices are followed using Azure DevOps, Git, or similar tools.
Promote secure coding standards and cloud best practices in AWS or similar environments.
Mentor and coach mid-level and junior developers.
Lead onboarding efforts for new developers, including training on codebase, development standards, tools, and team processes.
Provide ongoing technical training and professional development guidance.
Serve as a technical escalation point for complex issues.
Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Project Managers to sequence development work.
Break down large initiatives into manageable technical tasks.
Estimate development efforts and provide input into sprint planning and release planning.
Monitor team capacity and adjust assignments to optimize throughput and delivery timelines.
Ensure timely and high-quality completion of deliverables.
Assist in performance feedback and development planning for team members.
Support hiring processes through technical interviews and candidate evaluations.
Track and report on technical progress and risks.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and positive team culture.
Promote continuous improvement within the development team.