Lead Software Developer

About Thoughtworks

Thoughtworks is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. For 30+ years, our clients have trusted our autonomous teams to build solutions that look past the obvious. Here, computer science grads come together with seasoned technologists, self-taught developers, midlife career changers and more to learn from and challenge each other. Career journeys flourish with the strength of our cultivation culture, which has won numerous awards around the world.
Join Thoughtworks and thrive. Together, our extra curiosity, innovation, passion and dedication overcomes ordinary.

About Job

Lead Developers act as the primary point of contact for our clients, ensuring that teams are successful in their delivery. In this role, you will bring a strategic mindset to projects and spend time negotiating with clients to bring a technical vision to life. Having a balance of high-level and tactical mindsets is a must, as you will spend time both with clients and your teammates.

Job responsibilities

• You will oversee or take part in the entire cycle of software consulting and delivery from ideation to deployment and everything in between
• You will design solutions and choose technologies that solve clients' problems while staying within constraints
• You will use continuous delivery practices to improve software delivery speed
• You will work in collaborative, product-focused teams to build innovative customer experiences and create meaningful change for a variety of clients
• Utilize the latest technology thinking from our in your work
• Apply a variety of languages to your work and continue to code alongside Developers; you will never go post-technical in this role

Job qualifications

Technical skills

• You're well-versed in two or more languages (with C# as the primary language, and Java, Javascript, etc.) and are comfortable with the latest Object-Oriented technology
• You have led software development teams using Agile, Lean and/or Continuous Delivery approaches such as TDD, continuous integration, pairing and infrastructure automation
• We would love it if you're up to speed on functional programming paradigms and languages like Clojure, Scala, etc.
• Bonus points if you have knowledge of cloud technology such as AWS, Docker or Kubernetes

Professional skills

• You have experience influencing others and always advocate for technical excellence while being open to change when needed
• The ability to develop and execute a technical vision with a focus on business value
• You will act as a mentor for less experienced peers through both your technical knowledge and ability to inspire a team to deliver extraordinary impact together
• You're resilient in ambiguous situations and can approach challenges from multiple perspectives

Other things to know

Learning & Development

There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.

At Thoughtworks, we believe technology can be a powerful force for good. That's why our purpose is to create an extraordinary impact on the world through our culture and technology excellence. This isn't just a slogan, it's the core principle guiding every decision we make.

We achieve this through a relentless pursuit of excellence and a culture built around these five core values:

• Be an awesome partner for clients and their ambitious missions: We believe in building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients, helping them achieve their most ambitious goals.
• Revolutionize the technology industry: We're constantly pushing boundaries and innovating, aiming to make a lasting impact on the entire tech landscape.
• Amplify positive social change and advocate for an equitable tech future: Technology should be a force for good. We actively promote positive social change and fight for an inclusive and equitable tech industry.
• Foster a vibrant community of diverse and passionate technologists: Our diverse and passionate teams are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.
• Achieve enduring commercial success and sustained growth: A healthy and sustainable business allows us to continuously invest in our people, technology and social impact initiatives.

This commitment to our purpose is matched by a commitment to our people. As Thoughtworkers, you'll be empowered to focus on what you do best - creating positive change through technology - because we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career development.

Here's how we support our team:

• Health & wellness: Health insurance for employees and their immediate family, mental health support and annual check-ups.
• Work-life balance: Flexible work arrangements on a hybrid work model, maternity/paternity leave, sabbatical leave.
• Financial security: Competitive salaries, referral bonuses, and laptop buyback programs.
• Professional growth: Training allowances and personal development budgets.
• Technology & equipment: Top-tier MacBooks and allowances for work-from-home setups.
• Connectivity: Monthly communications allowance to stay connected at home and on the go.
• Fun & camaraderie: We organize engaging social activities like running clubs, nature outings, annual events and monthly Town Halls to foster connections and a positive work environment.

Ready to break free from the ordinary and achieve the extraordinary? Explore our open roles!