Lead Software Engineer - Java, AWS
3 weeks ago• San Francisco, CA
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Role Description:
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated lead engineer to join our API Excellence team within Engineering Development and Delivery. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality enterprise solutions that meet the needs of our customers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation and deployment of our products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deliver scalable and a robust enterprise API Gateway that scales across multiple product offerings.
- Establish and promote an API-first methodology across cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and quality in our API offerings.
- Drive the capability for parallel feature development and ensure incremental delivery of software.
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
- Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Drive the capability for parallel feature development and ensure incremental delivery of software.
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
- Ensure the quality and performance of the codebase through code reviews, testing, and continuous integration.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including agile methodologies, DevOps.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a timely manner.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain competitive.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on enterprise solutions.
- Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java required, with the expectation of adapting to other languages as needed).
- Experience with AWS and microservices architecture.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Experience in developing in a contract-first environment.
- Experience with event-driven architecture and technologies that interface with backend consumers (e.g. AWS Kinesis/SNS/SQS/EventBridge).
- Proven ability to use a data-driven approach to continuous improvement and decision-making.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Salesforce technologies and platforms.
- Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and best practices.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with CI/CD tools and processes.
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For California-based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $137,100 to $276,100.
Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA
Job ID: Salesforce-JR316560
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-14T20:27:10
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Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Leave
- Return-to-Work Program
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Sabbatical
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
- Work Visa Sponsorship
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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