Lead Software Engineer - Fullstack - AXS

AXS connects fans with the artists and teams they love. Each year we sell millions of tickets to thousands of incredible events - from concerts and festivals to sports and theater - at some of the most iconic venues in the world. Since our founding in 2011, we’ve consistently pushed the industry forward and improved experiences for fans, making it easier than ever to discover events, find the perfect seats, and enjoy unforgettable live entertainment, and we continue to lead the evolution of our industry today.

We’re passionate about improving the fan experience and providing game-changing solutions for our clients, and we’re always looking for smart, motivated people to help make it happen. Bring your enthusiasm, your big ideas, and your desire to team up with some of the best and brightest in technology and entertainment.  

The Role

AXS is seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack to lead the design and development of our core ticketing platforms.

You will lead full-stack work across user interfaces, back-end services, APIs, and integrations. The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, architecture, and team guidance in a complex enterprise environment. You’ll own initiatives end-to-end on front-end and back-end, drive technical direction, and partner with Product, Design, and engineering to ship secure, scalable software for high-demand, global use cases.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, build, and maintain front-end and back-end features for web applications.
• Lead full-stack architecture and design reviews; author or review technical design as needed.
• Set standards for code quality, security, performance, accessibility, and scalability on UI and services.
• Build APIs, business logic, and integrations that support strong user experiences.
• Support agile delivery: planning, estimation, backlog breakdown, risk and blocker management.
• Champion testing, CI/CD, observability, and operational practices for apps and services.
• Mentor engineers, lead code reviews, and improve documentation and knowledge sharing.

What to Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience, including technical leadership.
• Strong front-end experience: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript; frameworks such as React or Next.js; modern UI architecture, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Strong back-end experience: C# and .NET Core; building APIs, services, and business logic that power web applications.
• Demonstrated ability to own work across front-end and back-end, not only one layer.
• Solid understanding of API design, integrations, and modern application architecture.
• Experience optimizing UI performance and service performance/reliability.
• Proven ability to lead engineers, set engineering standards, and drive work from concept through production.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice to Have

• AWS; Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes.
• PostgreSQL, Redis, or similar data stores; Node.js.
• Design systems, CI/CD, distributed or event-driven patterns.

At AXS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but can't "check every box" in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Pay Scale: $165,000 - $185,000

Bonus:  This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements. 

Benefits: Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings. Currently, full time employees are eligible for these benefits on the first day of employment.

 *Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position. 

* There is an onsite interviewing round required for this role. 

What’s in it for You?

• Extraordinary People - we’re not kidding!
• Meaningful Mission - Helping revolutionize an industry and deliver better experiences for fans and clients around the world.
• Development and Learning - Opportunities for learning and leveling up through training and education reimbursement.
• Community & Belonging  - A range of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection, inclusion, and professional growth. Access to meaningful volunteer opportunities and community engagement programs to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.

More about AXS

AXS, a subsidiary of AEG, sells millions of tickets each year for 1600+ premier venues, sports teams, and event organizers across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Headquartered in Downtown Los Angeles, California, AXS employs more than 900 professionals in multiple locations worldwide. In each location you’ll find a team of dedicated, diverse employees (we’ve dubbed ourselves “Fanatix”) who create groundbreaking products and services in a fun, fast-paced environment. 

To learn more about our culture and values, visit: https://solutions.axs.com/careers/

More about AEG

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

We are dedicated to a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but can't "check every box" in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.

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