Lead Full Stack Developer - Prototyping & API Innovation

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Lead Full Stack Developer – Prototyping & API Innovation

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Location: Remote

Pay: $100,000+ per year, depending on location

Empowering Enterprise Innovation Through Technology Leadership

Areli is seeking a visionary Lead Full Stack Developer to drive prototyping and API development for customer enterprise systems. This technical leadership role is tailored for candidates with a passion for shaping new digital capabilities in collaboration with agile teams.

Position Overview

As Lead Full Stack Developer, you will guide small, agile teams or operate independently to turn product concepts into robust, scalable prototypes, focusing on enterprise-grade solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in architecting seamless integrations, setting coding standards, and leading the end-to-end development of both backend and frontend components.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Prototyping Projects: Steer the technical direction for prototypes, collaborating closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and stakeholders to translate ideas into functional solutions. Ensure prototypes meet core feature, feasibility, and user experience goals.
• API Design & Development: Architect, build, and document RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs. Focus on best practices for versioning, authentication, security, and performance within enterprise environments.
• Full Stack Development: Develop frontend and backend solutions, leveraging preferred technologies such as C#, .NET, Angular, and MSSQL for web applications. Ensure smooth integration of user interfaces, business logic, and data layers.
• Agile Iteration: Embrace agile methodologies, rapidly incorporating feedback and evolving requirements. Support flexible, easily modifiable code for fast pivots and enhancements.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as a technical lead, making architectural decisions, setting coding standards, and mentoring team members to uphold best practices.
• DevOps & Collaboration: Prefer experience with Azure DevOps for pipeline automation and project management, Visual Studio and VS Code for development, GitLab for version control and CI/CD, and JIRA for agile workflow and issue tracking. Confluence for documentation and collaboration is also valued.
• Database & Management: Prefer experience with MSSQL as a primary database technology, along with proficiency in Management Studio (SSMS) for database administration and development.
• Documentation: Produce concise technical documentation and foster knowledge sharing within agile teams.

Why Join Areli?

• Influence the development of impactful enterprise applications for major customers and industries.
• Collaborate in a supportive environment committed to technical excellence and innovation.
• Access to ongoing learning, career advancement, and the latest technologies.
• Comprehensive salary and benefits, including flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities to engage in prototyping initiatives for AI, data analytics, and enterprise connectivity.

Application Process

Areli welcomes diverse, talented technologists. To apply, submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience with agile teams, preferred technologies (C#, .NET, Angular, MSSQL, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, VS Code, JIRA, SSMS), and technical leadership in enterprise environments. Selected candidates will be invited to share their portfolio and discuss their project experience.

About Areli

Areli is dedicated to unlocking new business possibilities through technological innovation, developing products that empower organizations and deliver enterprise success. We value curiosity, agility, and excellence—join us and help build the future.

We invite individuals committed to Areli's culture of excellence and desire to enhance a DoD enterprise system to apply and join our esteemed team of professionals.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 13 paid holidays

Schedule: 40+ hours per week; Mon-Fri 0730-1630

Requirements:

Required Skills & Qualifications

• US Citizen living in the continental US
• Familiarity with Areli software, products, and processes
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related area, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of full stack development experience, including leading technical teams or projects.
• Proficiency with C#, .NET, Angular, and MSSQL web application development.
• Demonstrated experience with agile development teams, including sprint planning, iterative delivery, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Strong background in architecting and developing RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs, prioritizing enterprise-level security, authentication, and performance.
• Experience or familiarity with GitLab, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, VS Code, JIRA, and Confluence as core tools for development, code management, and team collaboration.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Expertise in database design and integration for enterprise systems (SQL, NoSQL), with preferred hands-on experience using MSSQL and SSMS.
• Excellent communication and technical leadership skills, with the ability to coach team members and articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Project management experience is advantageous.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in technical lead roles, guiding design, development, and best practices for agile teams.
• Experience working with Sustainment Management System (SMS or E-SMS) and other Department of Defense (DoD) enterprise systems.
• Ability to mentor developers, promote collaborative problem-solving, and cultivate a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Comfort with ambiguity and rapid change in enterprise software innovation.
• Familiarity with design thinking and user-centered prototyping for enterprise solutions.

Areli is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.