The Senior Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software systems, mentoring junior engineers and promoting best practices.
The Senior Software Engineer will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of complex software systems for consumer and wellness industries. This individual will leverage their extensive experience and deep understanding of software engineering principles to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lead and own the design and development of sophisticated software systems, utilizing advanced technical expertise and industry best practices.
- Create comprehensive technical documentation, including flowcharts, diagrams, and design specifications, to clearly articulate software requirements and proposed solutions.
- Promote a culture of good software practices to the broader team.
- Apply advanced computer science, engineering, and mathematical principles to solve complex technical challenges and optimize software performance.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including firmware engineers, algorithm engineers, machine learning engineers, product managers, platform engineers, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and successful project delivery.
- Conduct rigorous testing and validation of software systems, employing advanced testing methodologies and tools to identify and address potential issues.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance technical skills and contribute to the team's innovation efforts.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Extensive experience in software development, with a proven track record of designing and implementing complex software solutions.
- Strong understanding of hybrid app development, ideally in flutter, with strong fundamentals in plugin development. Ideally experience with BLE.
- Deep understanding of various software development methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
- Mastery of multiple programming languages and frameworks, including dart, flutter, SQL, Swift, Kotlin, python. Bonus: C, C++, terraform.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve intricate technical challenges.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, with the ability to guide and mentor junior team members.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on complex systems design and implementation.
- Advanced degree (Master's) in a relevant field is highly desirable.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- While this role does not have direct reports, the Senior Software Engineer will be expected to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and interns, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. This includes code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.
Top Skills
C
C++
Dart
Flutter
Kotlin
Python
SQL
Swift
Terraform
Pison Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
179 South St, Boston, MA, United States, 02111
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