Software Engineer, Tech Lead

Wondr Health•Dallas, TX

57d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wondr Health is seeking an experienced Software Engineer, Tech Lead to drive technical innovation and delivery across our health and wellness platform. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and proven ability to elevate engineering teams through mentorship and technical guidance. As a Technical Lead at Wondr Health, you are the hands-on leader who guides architectural decisions while implementing software solutions aligned with Wondr Health’s product strategy. You'll collaborate closely with product managers and cross-functional partners, translating business needs into technical solutions. You'll be the technical mentor who raises the bar for everyone around you - developing engineers, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture where the entire team grows stronger together.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a proven history of delivering high-quality software products
2+ years of experience in a leadership or mentorship role, preferably as a Tech Lead or Senior Engineer
Advanced proficiency in PHP, Typescript/JavaScript, and MySQL
Proficiency in AWS products (Lambda, ECS, S3)
Strong understanding of software design principles, architectural patterns, and best practices
Experience with containerization (Docker) and CI/CD pipeline implementation

Nice To Haves

Experience with the Vue.js framework
Exposure to React Native
Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and quality assurances best practices

Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to a team of 5 software engineers
Lead by example, demonstrating best practices in software design, development, and testing
Design scalable, maintainable, and robust software architectures in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Drive technical decisions that align with business objectives
Actively deliver code, conduct thorough code reviews, and troubleshoot complex technical issues
Take ownership of critical system components and ensure high-quality code standards
Contribute directly to the technical foundation that drives our platform forward
Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and timelines
Ensure technical feasibility of proposed solutions and initiatives
Break down complex features into manageable deliverables to meet project milestones
Drive technical project planning sessions and identify potential risks and dependencies
Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for optimization, automation, and efficiency gains
Implement and advocate for tools and processes that enhance development workflows
Facilitate knowledge sharing and promote open technical communication
Motivate and challenge team members to help them grow and reach their full potential
Build strong cross-functional relationships and create an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives contribute to collective success