Job Summary Homeland Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading Education Technology organization to identify a Lead Software Engineer for its newly formed AI Technology Transformation Team. This Lead Software Engineer will play a key role in modernizing enterprise software applications through AI-powered development, cloud transformation, code modernization, and service decomposition initiatives. Working closely with Engineering Leadership and Enterprise Architecture teams, the Lead Software Engineer will lead complex transformation workstreams, design scalable modernization strategies, and help define how AI is leveraged to accelerate software delivery and improve engineering productivity across the organization.
Responsibilities
Lead the technical delivery of enterprise application modernization and transformation initiatives
Design and develop scalable architectures that support cloud migration, application modernization, and technology transformation programs
Collaborate with Principal Engineers, Enterprise Architects, and engineering leaders to execute long-term modernization strategies
Drive complex refactoring, code modernization, and legacy application transformation efforts across multiple technology platforms
Build and enhance cloud-native services, APIs, and modern application components that improve scalability and performance
Develop automation, frameworks, and engineering tools that accelerate modernization efforts and increase developer productivity
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineering teams, fostering engineering excellence and knowledge sharing
Establish and promote engineering standards, best practices, code quality guidelines, and architectural governance
Contribute hands-on to software design, development, testing, and implementation activities throughout the development lifecycle
Champion the adoption of AI-assisted development tools and workflows to improve software quality, accelerate delivery, and drive engineering efficiency
Requirements
8–15 years of professional software engineering experience
Experience working within large enterprise software environments
Experience supporting complex application architectures and large-scale codebases
Demonstrated success participating in application refactoring, modernization, migration, or rewrite initiatives
Strong software design, systems architecture, and application development expertise
Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications
Hands-on experience working with AWS, Azure, or similar cloud platforms
Experience developing across multiple programming languages, frameworks, and technology stacks
Proficiency with technologies such as TypeScript, Java, C#, and NET, preferred
Experience designing and implementing microservices and serverless architectures, preferred
Familiarity with enterprise SaaS platforms and distributed systems, preferred
Knowledge of modern software engineering practices and application modernization strategies
Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools and workflows is a plus
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with engineering leaders, architects, and cross-functional teams to drive technical transformation initiatives
Additional Information This is a hybrid role, working remotely Monday and Friday, and onsite Tuesday-Thursday.
Benefits This position offers an annual salary of $180,000–$195,000, based on experience, along with eligibility for a performance-based bonus. Our client also provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, financial wellness, and work-life balance.
Summary This is a unique opportunity to join a highly visible, strategically funded team focused on transforming enterprise software through AI-driven modernization. You'll play a key role in shaping the future of software engineering by leading large-scale transformation initiatives, influencing modernization strategies, and helping define how AI is leveraged across the development lifecycle. If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges, modernizing legacy systems, and driving innovation at scale, apply today!
EEO Notice Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.