Lead Software Engineer

Ahern · Fond du Lac, WI · Today

Full-time

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer located in Fond du Lac, WI. If you enjoy solving business challenges through technology, leading technical direction, and remaining hands-on in software development, this is the opportunity for you.

The Lead Software Engineer serves as both a technical leader and full stack developer, responsible for designing, developing, and supporting business applications, APIs, integrations, and databases that drive operational efficiency across the organization. In this role, you will define application architecture, establish development standards, and guide the technical direction of software initiatives while actively contributing to solution design, development, testing, deployment, and support. Partner with business and technical stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions that meet business needs. Additionally, you will mentor developers, lead technical decision-making, and foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Success in this role is measured by the delivery of high-quality software solutions, strong technical leadership, and the implementation of processes and technologies that improve team productivity and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support business applications, APIs, integrations, and databases
Define application architecture and establish development standards
Guide the technical direction of software initiatives
Actively contribute to solution design, development, testing, deployment, and support
Partner with business and technical stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
Mentor developers and lead technical decision-making
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
7 years of experience developing full stack software solutions
At least 2 years in a technical leadership role
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skills

While not mandatory, we highly value candidates with proficiency in the following technologies:

C#
.NET Core
Angular
SQL
TypeScript
JavaScript

Experience with modern software architecture, cloud technologies, API development, AI-assisted development tools, and enterprise system integrations will also contribute to suitability for the role.

Benefits

Top-tier benefits: 401(k) match and health benefits rank in the top 20% nationwide
Profit-sharing: A significant portion of profits is shared with employees through bonus programs
Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off
Paid parental leave: Supporting maternity and paternity leave
Mental health resources: Free, full-service mental health care for you and your family
Wellness programs: Access to on-site fitness centers, personal development funds, and more
Professional growth: Education assistance, training programs, and development opportunities
Work-life balance: Hybrid and flexible schedules to fit your needs

By joining, you’ll gain the stability of a company that’s been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success.