Technical Lead

The Technical Lead Engineer is a hands-on technical leadership role combining deep software engineering expertise with mentorship responsibilities. You will lead by example in writing high-quality code, architecting solutions, and establishing engineering best practices while guiding junior and mid-level engineers in their technical growth. This position requires strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.

You'll work closely with Product Owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications, make key architectural decisions, and ensure delivery of robust, scalable solutions. This role is ideal for a senior engineer ready to expand their impact through technical leadership and mentorship.

Lead the technical design and architecture of complex features and systems, making decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term maintainability

Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications and implementation plans

Conduct thorough code reviews ensuring adherence to coding standards, design patterns, and architectural principles

Provide technical oversight across the software development lifecycle from requirements gathering through production deployment

Identify and drive resolution of technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and architectural improvements

Establish and champion engineering best practices including code quality, testing strategies, and deployment processes

Design and develop complex application features using .NET, C#, and modern JavaScript frameworks

Build and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices architectures for high-performance, distributed systems

Develop sophisticated database solutions including stored procedures, optimization strategies, and data access patterns

Create responsive user interfaces using AngularJS, Angular, and React (supporting our ongoing framework migration)

Write comprehensive unit tests and implement test automation strategies to ensure code quality

Debug complex production issues and implement root cause solutions to prevent recurrence

Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance

Help team members clarify requirements, break down complex problems, and develop technical skills

Collaborate with architects, product managers, and other technical leads to align technical strategy

Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the team

Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science , Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience

9+ years of professional software development experience with progressively increasing responsibility

Demonstrated experience in technical leadership or lead developer roles

Expert-level proficiency in .NET (Framework and Core/5+) with advanced C# programming skills

Strong experience with multiple JavaScript frameworks: AngularJS, Angular, and React (critical for supporting our technology evolution)

Advanced SQL Server expertise including complex query optimization, indexing strategies, and database design

Deep understanding of RESTful API design, microservices architecture, and distributed systems patterns

Experience with message-based architectures using Kafka protocol systems ( RedPanda , Kafka, or equivalent)

Comprehensive knowledge of design patterns, SOLID principles, and enterprise application architecture

Proficiency with unit testing frameworks ( xUnit , NUnit ) and test-driven development methodologies

Strong experience with version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps) and CI/CD pipelines

Experience with modern web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, XML, JSON, and Web APIs

Strong architectural thinking with ability to design scalable, maintainable systems

Excellent mentorship skills and passion for developing other engineers

Outstanding communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Proven ability to drive consensus and make decisions in ambiguous situations

Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Growth mindset with enthusiasm for learning new technologies and emerging best practices

Collaborative approach with ability to work effectively across teams and time zones

Attention to quality with commitment to engineering excellence and continuous improvement

While this is not a people management role with direct reports, Technical Leads are expected to provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle. You will serve as a technical mentor to team members, help define and clarify requirements, provide architectural guidance, conduct thorough code reviews, and make technical decisions that impact team success. This role is ideal for engineers who want to increase their technical leadership impact while maintaining hands-on coding responsibilities.

Meaningful Impact: Contribute to healthcare solutions that serve millions of people and make healthcare more affordable

Technical Leadership: Shape architectural decisions and technical strategy during a period of significant transformation

Modern Tech Stack: Work with cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern frameworks, and enterprise-scale systems

Career Growth: Join during expansion phase with clear pathways to architect and management roles

Mentorship Opportunities: Develop your leadership skills by mentoring talented engineers

Innovation Culture: We encourage experimentation, value technical excellence, and reward creative problem-solving

Global Collaboration: Work with world-class engineering teams across multiple locations

HealthEdge is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.