Lead Software Engineer

TDS Telecom is a provider of high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services across the U.S., committed to enhancing connectivity through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide the IT Web & Mobile Application Development team in delivering customer-facing digital experiences, focusing on application design, development, and support using modern technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Leads teams of 5 or more people that develop, test, and fix defects in application software
• Leads the preparation and review of application software designs at the system level. The scope of design will frequently include multiple systems supporting company-wide business processes
• Leads cross-functional work teams in preparing work estimates and project schedules for all technical work on projects. Mentors team members in the development of work plans
• Leads work teams in resolving complex problems which are frequently unique, require creative problem solving and advanced technical skills, and frequently span multiple systems and may cross team boundaries
• Maintains authoritative knowledge of all systems within the scope of the team's responsibility. Provides a consultative role to business process owners in the use and modification of system software. Maintains expert-level knowledge of software development best practices, tools, and methodologies that are recognized within the company
• Leads teams focused on quality and continuous improvement initiatives across business units within the company

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience
• 5+ years experience in software development or testing
• Experience working with modern web, mobile, and backend technologies, including headless architectures, omni‑channel delivery models, JavaScript frameworks such as React and Node.js, and application development using Python and Java in Linux‑based environments
• Experience working with cloud‑native and data‑driven systems, including multi‑cloud infrastructure, event streaming platforms, modern observability tools (e.g., Elastic and Dynatrace), and a variety of database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, and NoSQL solutions
• Knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, and tools
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, practices, and tools
• Knowledge of one more programming language used by the team
• Knowledge of software testing practices and tools
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques and tools
• Ability to travel as needed for company business and professional development
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed for system implementations and resolving system problems
• Knowledge of business analysis practices and business process modeling
• Knowledge of quality management and quality improvement practices
• Knowledge of team leadership skills, practices, and behaviors
• Knowledge of techniques, tools, and applicable laws to conduct effective and legal interviews
• Knowledge of techniques for writing and presenting business proposals to management
• Knowledge of effective writing and public speaking skills. Ability to convey complex information to general audiences