Technical Lead, .NET/Middleware

At TireHub we move more than tires – we move businesses forward, support communities, and help keep America rolling. Our people – Hubbers – are at the center of everything we do, playing a role in something bigger than themselves. We embrace challenges, value relationships, and deliver with speed and energy.

About the role

The Technical Lead, .NET/Middleware is a senior technical specialist responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of high-volume, mission-critical API and middleware solutions supporting TireHub’s customer connectivity platform. This role coordinates internal and offshore development resources, drives technical strategy and execution, and ensures secure, high-performance, and reliable services. The primary technology stack includes .NET Core, API frameworks, and middleware integration patterns. This role reports to the Software Development Manager, Core Systems.

Responsibilities

• Defines and implements architectural standards and best practices for .NET API and Middleware platforms.
• Ensures platform security, performance, scalability, and operational stability.
• Designs and implements business process automation using .NET microservices and integration services.
• Oversees API lifecycle management, including maintenance and third-level (senior) technical support.
• Leads, mentors, and develops a team of internal Developers and Senior Developers to achieve business objectives.
• Manages day-to-day delivery and priorities for an offshore .NET API development team across multiple initiatives.
• Partners with architecture, product, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Ensures individual personal adherence to TireHub policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participates and maintains ongoing training requirements through in-person, virtual or computer-based learning modules as assigned.
• Completes other tasks assigned by their supervisor or another member of Leadership, as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / MIS or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on .NET technologies.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing middleware, APIs, and distributed systems.

Skills

• Technical Expertise:
  • Advanced hands-on experience with .NET Core, .NET Standard and modern .NET frameworks (4.6/4/7).
  • Strong proficiency in C#, including abstraction, generics, prototyping, LINQ, Entity Framework.
  • Strong experience with SQL Server and T-SQL including performance tuning and data modeling.
  • Experience with API design, versioning strategies, documentation, telemetry, and performance optimization.
  • Proficiency with Git-based version control and modern development workflows.
  • Experience with unit testing frameworks and automated testing practices.
  • Working knowledge of cloud platforms including:
    • Azure: App Services, Application Insights, Logic Apps
    • AWS: EC2, Elastic Beanstalk, Redis (or similar services)
• Leadership & Delivery:
  • Proven ability to lead and coach a team of .NET API/middleware developers, including task assignments, design guidance, and code reviews.
  • Experience managing offshore or distributed development teams across multiple initiatives.
  • Ability to produce and maintain technical roadmaps and technical debt assessments.
  • Ability to review, influence, and implement Solutions and Enterprise Architecture artifacts.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate as both hands-on technical contributor and a people leader in a fast-paced environment.
• Business & Behavioral Competencies:
  • Ability to manage critical feedback, shifting priorities, and a dynamic delivery environment with professionalism and composure.
  • Ability to make timely, value-driven decisions under pressure.
  • Adaptable to change, with ability to lead and facilitate change within teams.
  • Demonstrates accountability, ownership, and commitment to team success.
  • Aligns with and represents the organization’s mission, values, and operational goals.
  • Maintains awareness of technological trends and industry best practices relevant to TireHub’s business.
• Competencies:
  • Innovation Orientation: Demonstrates a high degree of commitment to creating and exploring innovative approaches and tools.
  • Organizational Collaboration: Leverages deep knowledge of company systems and culture to build partnerships that drive innovation and achieve shared business goals.
  • Optimization Mindset: Identifies and implements the most effective and efficient processes to accomplish and automate tasks.
  • Agility and Adaptability: Thrives in an Agile environment and embraces new technologies and methodologies.
  • Problem-Solving: Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills to identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues efficiently.
  • Communication: Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with team members, stakeholders, and external partners. Excels at communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in simple terms.

Benefits

• Choose your day one benefits including a no-cost health insurance option and TireHub-funded Health Savings Account.
• Additional benefit options including TireHub-paid short/long-term disability and life insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Parental leave programs.
• 401k with TireHub match.
• Access to tire discounts, perks, and more.
• Access to TireHub headquarters in Ravinia Plaza including free parking, free gym, convenient restaurants, outdoor spaces, and special events.

Work Conditions

• Fast-paced and dynamic operating environment.
• Majority of time spent sitting, viewing monitors, with frequent opportunity to move around.
• Occasional need to move or lift light articles.
• Flexible hours to support critical system changes and emergency events.
• Role is based in our headquarters office in Dunwoody, GA and requires a strong in-person presence.
• Must be able to travel up to 10%.