Lead Software Engineer

Summary

Join Elite Technology as a Lead Software Engineer and take a leadership role in designing, building, and scaling our SaaS solutions. You will work on complex architectural problems, collaborate with multiple teams, and set technical direction. Mentorship of less experienced engineers is also a key responsibility. This role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field and 7+ years of professional software development experience. Expertise in various programming languages, cloud platforms, and databases is essential. Excellent communication and leadership skills are also required. Elite Technology offers PTO, mental health days, an annual incentive plan, paid holidays, comprehensive medical benefits, and life insurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong track record of delivering scalable, high-performance software
• Expert-level proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript, along with a deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, along with experience in designing and optimizing database schemas and queries
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and work effectively in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring engineers and driving cross-team collaboration
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and other modern software development tools
• Experience with DevOps practices, infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible), and monitoring tools
• Expertise in software security, including secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation
• Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or other advanced systems design approaches
• Proficiency in English at a B2+ level or higher (CEFR), with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken formats

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of highly complex software features and systems with a focus on scalability, performance, and security
• Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership across multiple projects and initiatives
• Collaborate with Product Management, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure features meet customer needs and align with overall company strategy
• Drive and implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, testing, and deployment strategies
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced technical issues in production environments, ensuring reliability and stability
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical advice and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Lead code reviews and provide constructive feedback to uphold high code quality standards
• Contribute to the planning and development of the product roadmap, bringing technical insights to long-term strategic decisions
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to improve the company’s technology stack
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and objectives of the department/company

Benefits

• PTO
• 2 Elite Mental Health Days per year
• Annual Incentive Plan
• 14 Paid Costa Rica Holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life Insurance