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Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.\nIf you are an experienced full-stack professional with leadership experience and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Software Engineering, Team Lead.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nOur Software Engineering, Team Lead, reports to our Senior Director, Software Engineering, and is part of a team of engineers designing and developing both web-based and mobile software products for Common App. This role will provide technical guidance and mentor a team of Software Developers while implementing high quality software products that meet the needs of The Common Application community.\nRequirements\nQUALIFICATIONS\nThis role requires:\nCandidates must live in the United States.\nHybrid Work & Travel: Employees can live anywhere in the US or its territories, with the willingness and ability to travel for periodic in-person events-including semi-annual Common App retreats, department retreats, and strategic leadership sessions.\nBachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or Engineering or relevant field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. \n8-10 years of successful, progressive experience in software development.\n6-8 years of experience as people manager. \nWeb & Frontend Development\nDemonstrates advanced proficiency in Web Application Development using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern SPA frameworks such as Angular, TypeScript, with the ability to define architecture, guide team implementation, and influence frontend standards across the organization.\nBackend & API Development\nExpert in backend and API development using REST using C#, .NET Core, ORMs, and applying Domain Driven Design and Dependency Injection.\nProviding guidance on architecture and best practices across teams. \nExpert in relational and non-relational databases, including MySQL and NoSQL data stores(AWS DynamoDB), with the ability to advise on database strategy and enterprise-level implementations.\nCloud & DevOps\nDemonstrates advanced proficiency in Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) using tools such as AWS CodeBuild, AWS Lambda, CloudFormation, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and source control systems (GitHub), with guidance on organizational CI/CD strategy.\nDemonstrates advanced proficiency with AWS services, including Fargate/ECS, S3, SWF, Step Functions, SQS, SES, ElasticCache, CloudFront, EC2, Serverless Lambda, VPC, and DynamoDB, with the ability to provide strategic guidance on cloud architecture.\nAgile & Software Practices\nExpert in Agile development environments, with the ability to shape practices across teams and guide the adoption of best practices.\nAn expert across the software development lifecycle, including:\nCode repository and branching strategies\nCode reviews and coding standards\nCode deployment processes\nQuality assurance practices\nExpert in debugging and troubleshooting production environments, providing oversight and guidance to teams on resolution approaches.\nExpert in evaluating and recommending solutions based on complex POC, with guidance on adoption and organizing impacts.\nSecurity & Compliance\nDemonstrates advanced proficiency in understanding OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities and secure coding practices, providing guidance to teams on secure architecture and compliance.\nThe ideal candidate will possess:\nAWS Solution Architect certification.\nPAY RANGE\n$135,280 - $152,190\nBenefits\nCommon App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including:\nWork-Life balance\nVirtual-first office\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nSeven company-wide holidays\nNine floating holidays*\nSick leave\nMonthly mental health day\n*floating holidays prorated depending on start date\nVirtual-first support\nChoice of PC of MAC laptop\nMay choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headset\nOne-time office set-up stipend\nMonthly remote work stipend\nMonthly mobile stipend\nFinancial security\nMarket-based salaries\nPerformance-based bonus\n403(b) retirement plan\n5% company contribution\nadditional 5% company match\n3-year vesting schedule\nParticipation may begin immediately\nHealth & wellness\nChoice of two health insurance plans\nHealth Savings Account, depending on health plan selection\nMedical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selection\nVision insurance\nDental insurance\nInsurance coverage begins on the date of hire\nDependent Care Flexible Spending Account\nMaven virtual clinic for women’s and family health\nCompany provided life and ad&d insurance\nOpportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependents\nCompany provided short and long-term disability insurance\nCareer development\nBudgeted annual funds for professional development\nGrowth opportunities within the company\nAdditional perks\nMutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program\nMutual of Omaha will preparation services\nMutual of Omaha travel assistance\nPayroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws\n1Password family account\nWe work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.\nHOW DO I APPLY\nTo apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.\nPROTECTING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION:\nDuring the recruiting process, please note that Common App will never:\nProvide a job offer without an interview\nAsk for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reason\nRequest banking or credit card information\nDirect you to third-party services to obtain visas or other documentation\nAs we work alongside you through our recruitment process, please remain alert and never provide financial information or payment to anyone claiming to offer a job opportunity.\nIf you believe you’re a victim of a job scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your state attorney general. 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