Lead Developer

Who you are

You have a strategic mindset and a strong technical background, with experience in leading software development projects. You excel in collaborating with clients and teams, ensuring that the delivery of solutions meets high standards of quality. Your ability to balance high-level vision with tactical execution is essential in this role. You are committed to adopting best practices, such as writing clean and reusable code, and you advocate for methodologies like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and pair programming. You understand the importance of design patterns in creating maintainable software and are eager to guide your team in implementing these practices.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with a diverse group of technologists and developers. Your experience allows you to navigate complex client requirements and translate them into actionable technical solutions. You are passionate about continuous improvement and innovation, always looking for ways to enhance the software delivery process. You believe in the power of mentorship and enjoy coaching your team members to help them grow in their roles.

Desirable

Experience with agile methodologies and familiarity with various software development tools and technologies will be advantageous. A background in consulting or client-facing roles can also enhance your effectiveness in this position.

What you'll do

As a Lead Developer at ThoughtWorks, you will oversee the entire cycle of software consulting and delivery, from ideation to production. You will champion best practices in software development, ensuring that your team adheres to high standards of quality and efficiency. Your role will involve designing solutions that address client challenges while making pragmatic trade-offs based on constraints. You will collaborate with teammates to build features and design concepts, embedding best practices and user experience specifications throughout the development process.

You will act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring that their needs are met and that projects are delivered successfully. Your strategic mindset will help you negotiate and collaborate effectively with clients, bringing their technical vision to life. You will advocate for continuous delivery practices, enabling your team to deliver high-quality software and value to end customers as early as possible. Your leadership will guide your team in implementing and applying best practices, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

What we offer

At ThoughtWorks, we believe in cultivating a culture that encourages growth and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented individuals, learning from each other and challenging the status quo. We are committed to delivering best-in-class solutions that exceed our clients' expectations, and you will play a key role in achieving this mission. Join us and thrive in an environment where curiosity, innovation, and dedication are valued and rewarded.