Lead Software Engineer
About The Position
Works in software engineering, encompassing the development, maintenance, and optimization of software solutions and applications. Applies scientific methods to analyze and solve software engineering problems and develops and applies software engineering practices and knowledge across research, design, development, and maintenance. The role requires original thought and judgment, along with the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers. The engineer builds software engineering skills and expertise, collaborates with other engineers and stakeholders, and acts as a team player. At this grade, the engineer is highly respected, experienced, and trusted; masters all phases of the software development lifecycle; and applies innovation and industrialization. The role operates without supervision in highly complex environments and takes responsibility for a substantial aspect of Capgemini's activity. It requires calm, professional management of difficult situations, consideration of the bigger picture, and an understanding of commercial and negotiating principles. The engineer develops long-term client partnerships and demonstrates leadership that balances business, technical, and people objectives. The role also plays a significant part in recruiting and developing people.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and optimize software solutions and applications.
- Apply scientific methods to analyze and solve software engineering problems.
- Apply software engineering practices and knowledge across research, design, development, and maintenance.
- Supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.
- Collaborate with software engineers and stakeholders as a team player.
- Master the software development lifecycle and apply innovation and industrialization.
- Take responsibility for a substantial aspect of Capgemini's activity and operate independently in highly complex environments.
- Manage difficult and complex situations calmly and professionally, considering broader business implications.
- Develop long-term partnerships with clients.
- Balance business, technical, and people objectives through leadership.
- Participate significantly in recruiting and developing people.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation (12–25 days depending on employee grade), company-paid holidays, personal days, and sick leave.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada.
- Retirement savings plans, such as a 401(k) in the U.S. or RRSP in Canada.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
