Lead Software Developer/Team Lead (Remote Opportunity) Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Lead Software Developer/Team Lead (Remote Opportunity) Vets

EZ – 4.3

Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$107K – $139K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Computer science Computer Science CSS RESTful API Full-stack development Relational databases Software deployment Laravel UNIX Git 8 years

SQL PHP AWS

Docker Bachelor’s degree JavaScript Sass Software development Less (style sheet language) Linux CodeIgniter Vue.js Senior level Communication skills HTML Full Job Description VetsEZ is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Developer to serve as the Technical Lead for a critical modernization initiative. This role will lead the transition of a legacy PHP application from CodeIgniter to Laravel, setting the architectural direction, mentoring other developers, and driving the successful delivery of a cloud-based web solution. The ideal candidate brings deep Laravel experience, full-stack capability, and a passion for solving complex problems with clean, scalable code. The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the Technical Lead for the team, guiding design, development, and deployment of modern Laravel-based applications. Architect and lead the migration of legacy CodeIgniter applications to Laravel, ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability. Mentor team members and foster knowledge-sharing across the team. Write clean, secure, and efficient code, with a strong emphasis on documentation and testing. Review and approve code written by peers to maintain code quality and consistency. Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives via Microsoft Teams. Track time and deliverables accurately using internal tools and project tracking systems. Remain up to date with security best practices and modern development approaches. Demonstrate a self-directed approach to solving problems, continuous learning, and professional growth. Promote a user-first mindset and empathetic software design.

Required Skills and Experience:

8+ years of professional experience in full-stack PHP development, with deep expertise in Laravel. Proven experience transitioning applications from legacy frameworks (CodeIgniter) to Laravel. Excellent proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks, particularly Vue.js.

Strong understanding of front-end technologies:

HTML, CSS, and preprocessors like

SASS/LESS.

Proficiency with Git for version control and Unix/Linux command-line environments. Experience building and integrating RESTful APIs. Strong attention to detail and user-centric thinking. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience with Docker and containerized environments. Familiarity with AWS cloud services and deployment pipelines. Proficiency in SQL and relational database fundamentals. Experience building and maintaining large-scale, secure, and performant web applications. Prior experience working in healthcare or government contracting environments. Passion for developing polished and intuitive user interfaces.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401(k) with Employer Match PTO and Federal Holidays Corporate-provided Laptop Professional Training and Development Opportunities Fully Remote Position Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Please note:

Sponsorship is not available for this position.