Job description
Job details
- Location: New York City, New York
- Work mode: Remote
- Employment type: Contract (Not an internship)
- Salary: USD 168,589 per year
Role overview
Very LLC is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java to join their distributed team. This is a contract position focused on building efficient, scalable solutions that transition commercial and industrial products from pilot to production. The ideal candidate is an expert problem-solver capable of leading technical initiatives and delivering business-critical outcomes for high-impact clients.
Job details
This is a Remote contract role based in New York City, New York, and is not an internship. The salary for this position is 168,589 USD. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will work within a fully distributed environment across North America to refine technical craft and drive innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of scalable backend services using Java
- Collaborate with clients to move commercial products from pilot to production
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and technical guidance
- Architect efficient solutions to meet complex business-critical requirements
- Optimize system performance and ensure high availability of deployed services
Requirements
- Extensive professional experience in Java software development
- Proven track record of leading engineering teams or complex technical projects
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud-native architecture
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote, distributed environment
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a focus on production-ready code
Benefits
- Fully remote work flexibility across North America
- Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact client projects
- Collaborative environment focused on continuous technical craft refinement
Keywords
JavaBackend DevelopmentSoftware ArchitectureScalable SystemsAPI DesignDistributed SystemsTechnical Leadership