Hybrid Lead Software Engineer

at Signature Aviation

• Job title: Lead Software Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: AEM, Azure, Cloud, Docker, Entity Framework, GraphQL, Java, JavaScript, Jest, Kubernetes, Microservices, Next.js, Node.js, Postgres, React, SQL, Terraform, TypeScript, Vault
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Orlando, United States

About the role

• Lead Software Engineer overseeing Azure-based enterprise systems for Signature Aviation. Architecting and guiding scalable, secure cloud solutions with a focus on development efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain technical architecture blueprints for distributed, cloud-native systems using Azure and modern development frameworks.
• Lead solution design and code implementation for end-to-end enterprise systems, including API-first architectures, microservices, and event-driven workflows.
• Collaborate with enterprise and solution architects to ensure consistency, scalability, and security across the digital ecosystem.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to inform long-term platform strategies.
• Design and manage Azure-based architectures, including App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Cosmos DB, Storage, and Azure DevOps.
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps) for automated testing, deployment, and observability.
• Implement IaC using Terraform and monitor system performance through Application Insights, Pino Logger, and Azure Monitor.
• Architect and maintain scalable deployments using Azure App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Cosmos DB, and Azure DevOps.
• Build automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps, ensuring consistent code quality and rapid delivery.
• Define infrastructure-as-code (IaC) standards with Terraform and manage observability using Application Insights, Azure Monitor, and Sentry.
• Act as a technical mentor and multiplier, guiding engineers through complex design, debugging, and architectural decisions.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation across engineering squads.
• Partner with product management and design to align technical feasibility with business priorities and user experience.
• Serve as the final technical escalation point for troubleshooting critical production issues.
• Lead modernization and re-platforming initiatives for legacy applications into modern, cloud-native solutions.
• Drive automation, performance tuning, and security hardening efforts across applications.
• Advocate for DevSecOps, continuous learning, and open collaboration across disciplines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering with proven success in full-stack development and cloud-based architecture.
• 2+ years leading or architecting enterprise-scale applications or digital platforms.
• Languages & Frameworks: Java, Node.js, React/Next.js 14+, TypeScript
• Cloud & DevOps: Azure (App Services, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Cosmos DB, Key Vault, APIM), Terraform, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps
• Databases: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Entity Framework Core, Drizzle ORM
• Frontend Tools: Tailwind CSS, shadcn/ui, Radix UI
• Integrations: Dynamics 365 CRM, Strapi CMS, Auth0 (OAuth2/JWT), REST, GraphQL
• Testing & Quality: Jest, Playwright, React Testing Library, MSW
• Observability: Application Insights, Sentry, Azure Monitor, Pino Logger
• Preferred: Docker/Kubernetes, AI/ML integrations, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), event-driven architectures
• Preferred: Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and AI/ML-powered solutions
• Strategic technical thinking with hands-on coding proficiency.
• Strong understanding of cloud-native patterns, scalability, and security best practices.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to influence architectural direction and deliver through others without formal authority.
• Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft and Legal Services
• Paid time off
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks