Remote 1099 Software Developer Contractor Jobs in Lancaster, TX

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The Senior Software Engineer at Groundworks will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that support the company's business goals. This position requires leading the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable, efficient, and reliable software products. The Senior Software Engineer will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to advance Groundworks' technology capabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications that meet user needs and integrate with existing infrastructure.
• Lead and contribute to software architecture and system design, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, QA, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver solutions on schedule.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code; perform thorough code reviews and participate in design reviews.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues promptly.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and automated testing frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level software engineers.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and software development best practices to ensure solutions remain current and competitive.
• Assist with setting project priorities, defining acceptance criteria, and reporting progress to management.
• Support deployment, integration, and infrastructure initiatives necessary for product success.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance software development efficiency and quality.
• It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.
• Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional software development experience with a strong track record of delivering complex software projects.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Java, C#, C++, Python, or JavaScript, and experience with relevant frameworks and tools.
• Strong understanding of software design principles, data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
• Experience working with databases (SQL and NoSQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and version control systems.
• Solid experience with software testing methodologies and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience mentoring and guiding junior developers is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
• Passion for technology, quality, and continuous learning.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position based at Groundworks' corporate headquarters, with possible remote/hybrid options as business needs dictate.
• Collaborative, fast-paced work environment requiring adaptability and effective time management.
• Occasional travel may be required for team meetings, training, or industry conferences.

What We Provide

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Company Ownership Opportunities
• Industry Leading Training Programs
• Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks
• Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package
• Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture