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Lead Software Engineer

Cox Automotive transforms the way the world buys, owns, and sells cars through groundbreaking technology and experiences for drivers and dealers.
$182,487 - $199,400
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
5000+ Employees
6+ years of experience
Automotive

Description For Lead Software Engineer

Cox Automotive is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Atlanta, GA, with the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the US. This role offers an attractive salary range of $182,487 - $199,400 and sits at the intersection of automotive technology and software engineering excellence.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the automotive industry through technology. You'll design and implement scalable solutions that power Cox Automotive's suite of products, which includes iconic brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. This position requires a strong technical background with 6 years of experience in C# development and expertise in modern web technologies.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring you to both mentor team members and contribute directly to complex software solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including REST APIs, AWS cloud services, and modern web frameworks like React. The position offers the perfect balance of technical challenges and leadership opportunities, allowing you to influence architectural decisions while staying deeply involved in implementation.

Cox Automotive offers an exceptional benefits package, including flexible vacation policy, comprehensive healthcare, and retirement planning. The company's commitment to work-life balance is evident in their generous wellness time off and various leave policies. Their people-centered culture and focus on innovation make this an ideal opportunity for engineers who want to make a significant impact while working with industry-leading technologies.

The position offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a dynamic organization that's reshaping the automotive industry through technology. If you're passionate about creating scalable software solutions and want to work with a company that values both technical excellence and personal growth, this role presents an excellent opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful technological advancement in the automotive sector.

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Responsibilities For Lead Software Engineer

  • Design simple and scalable solutions to complex problems
  • Deliver leading-edge software products
  • Contribute to engineering efforts in scrum teams
  • Coach newer or less experienced team members
  • Construct and coordinate services for internal and external consumers
  • Implement platform-level components including event architectures, messaging, and caching solutions
  • Design and implement REST APIs, services, system tasks, and cloud solutions
  • Enhance performance and reliability of current solutions

Requirements For Lead Software Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in computer science or related field
  • 6 years of experience in software development with C#
  • Experience in programming web applications
  • Experience in object-oriented development
  • Experience with REST design patterns
  • Experience with Angular or React web technologies
  • Experience with relational DBMS and SQL
  • Experience with AWS
  • Ability to identify system bottlenecks and architectural risks

Benefits For Lead Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Seven paid holidays
  • 160 hours of paid wellness annually
  • Bereavement leave
  • Time off to vote
  • Jury duty leave
  • Volunteer time off
  • Military leave
  • Parental leave
  • Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) retirement planning

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