Software Engineering Lead

PrePass•Phoenix, AZ

20h

About The Position

PrePass® is North America's most trusted weigh station bypass and toll management platform. We’re transforming how the transportation industry operates—creating solutions that keep trucks moving safely, efficiently, and compliantly. This means making bold decisions and building systems that support not only fleets but the broader economy. It all starts with enabling commercial vehicles to keep rolling with seamless toll management, weigh station bypass, and safety solutions. It’s what we do best, and we do it to meet the demands of the road every day. That’s why people join us: our solutions are implemented in real-time, on highways and interstates across the nation, helping fleets go farther, faster. This work challenges and rewards, presenting complex problems that need ambitious answers. We hire bold thinkers with a heart for impact, a passion for progress, and the optimism to shape the future of transportation. We are seeking a Software Engineering Lead to guide a team of engineers in delivering scalable, robust solutions that are integral to our systems. As a hands-on leader, you will drive innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence while directly contributing to the technical success of projects. You will partner closely with product managers, architects, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver solutions aligned with business objectives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing technical leadership with hands-on development and mentoring.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of software engineering experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or mentoring role.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Java, or Python, with a strong foundation in object-oriented programming.
Expertise in API development and RESTful services, along with experience in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
Familiarity with enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, HRIS) and data formats (JSON, XML, CSV).
Experience with middleware technologies and message brokers such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
Experience working with large datasets and high-transaction systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire engineering teams.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering effective solutions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with TypeScript or JavaScript (preferred).

Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Development Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and support career development for team members.
Establish clear goals, monitor performance, and promote continuous professional growth across the team.
Technical Architecture and Delivery Design, develop, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions.
Drive execution of software projects, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Utilize APIs, cloud technologies, and modern development practices to build solutions integrated with enterprise systems.
Collaboration and Communication Partner with product managers, architects, and stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and align on technical direction.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure efficient CI/CD pipelines and reliable application monitoring.
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible communication for non-technical stakeholders.
Governance and Best Practices Maintain coding standards, system design principles, and compliance with enterprise security policies.
Document system designs, processes, and configurations to support knowledge sharing and scalability.
Stay current with emerging technologies and incorporate relevant best practices into solutions.
Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to optimize development processes and enhance system performance.
Promote innovation and support adoption of tools and methodologies that improve team productivity.

Benefits

Robust benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision that start on date of hire.
Paid Time Off, to include vacation, sick, holidays, and floating holidays.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Company-funded “lifestyle account” upon date of hire for you to apply toward your physical and mental well-being (i.e., ski passes, retreats, gym memberships).
Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Voluntary benefits, to include, but not limited to Legal and Pet Discounts.
Employee Assistance Program (available at no cost to you).
Company-sponsored and funded “Culture Team” that focuses on the Physical, Mental, and Professional well-being of employees.
Community Give-Back initiatives.
Culture that focuses on employee development initiatives.
Company-wide bonus and commission plans.