Lead Software Developer/Team Lead (Remote Opportunity) Position Available In [Unknown county], Georgia

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.