Lead Software Development Engineer

Cox Enterprises • Atlanta, GA

2d • $122,600 - $204,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to apply secure software engineering principles to the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of software and cloud infrastructure. The role works cross-functionally to understand business requirements, architecture, and technology direction; evaluate alternative approaches; and ensure software and systems are designed accordingly. It uses modern concepts and practices to support system functionality, scalability, resilience, security, and ease of use for developers and end users. The engineer applies agile principles to deliver business value, promote collaboration, and drive continuous improvement, while using AI to architect scalable solutions, optimize team workflows, and advance innovation through intelligent automation and predictive modeling.

Candidates must be local to Atlanta, Georgia, or willing to relocate to the Atlanta area. Candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible. Employment is contingent on clearing a pre-employment drug test.

The position is hybrid, with the ability to work remotely part of the week, and is on the day shift. The stated base salary range is $122,600 to $204,400; salary may vary based on location and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. The position may be eligible for additional compensation through an incentive program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a master’s degree and 4 years of experience, a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience, or 18 years of experience in a related field.
• Skill in analytical thinking, requirements analysis, software installation and support, system and technology integration, and technical troubleshooting.
• Experience designing systems with embedded AI capabilities.
• Knowledge of AI governance and model lifecycle management.
• Ability to lead teams in AI tool evaluation and implementation.
• Skills in building partnerships, challenging personal limitations, driving innovation, focusing on execution, and striving for excellence.
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA, or willing to relocate to the Atlanta area.
• Must not require visa sponsorship now or at any point in the future.
• Must clear a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Lead team efforts to design, develop, test, and document complex software systems and applications.
• Support multiple teams by providing technical and procedural guidance and developing solutions.
• Collaborate with analysts, peers, and stakeholders to develop highly complex systems.
• Estimate software development tasks within predictable variances based on functional and business requirements.
• Evaluate secure coding practices and tools, and recommend and drive improvements.
• Define and recommend metrics to improve quality, cycle time, reliability, and other key factors.
• Present system alterations and designs to peers and colleagues.
• Provide technical and procedural guidance to team members, adjacent teams, and other stakeholders.
• Architect solutions incorporating AI components for scalability and efficiency.
• Drive team adoption of AI-enhanced development practices.
• Use AI to forecast project risks and resource needs.

Benefits

• Flexible paid vacation, subject to duties and the company’s needs and obligations.
• Seven paid holidays annually.
• Up to 160 hours of paid wellness time annually for the employee’s or family members’ wellness.
• Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Potential eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement planning; and paid days off, including sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.
• The position may be eligible for additional compensation through an incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior