Web Developer Technical Lead

Company Description

Fait Distribution is a family-owned and operated wholesale contact lens distributor and buying group. We pride ourselves in projecting a professional image to our customers that is both confident and enthusiastic. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations and creating long lasting relationships is driven by our dedicated Associates. Being part of a family-owned company like Fait Distribution is something special. We’re a close-knit company where Associates are valued and truly drive and make an impact on our success. There are always exciting and new opportunities for you to advance your career and grow within our company. At Fait Distribution you will find a supportive and fast-paced environment with a fun work culture. We trust you will find employment here challenging, yet highly rewarding.

Job Description

How this position supports the vision includes the following, but is not limited to:

Enhance and support e-commerce and mobile sites as well as sales, intranet and web applications that support business activities.

Design, develop, maintain and enhance systems based on business requirements using approved technologies and coding standards (including, but not limited to: Ruby on Rails, MVC, SQL, JavaScript frameworks and jQuery, React)

Train and mentor new hires and interns in software development practices and technologies.

Facilitate structured code reviews to ensure quality, security, and adherence to standards.

Contribute and review technical and end-user documentation, design documents, and API specifications.

Lead development projects with teams of 2 or more developers when requested.

Maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to the business.

Evaluate and recommend appropriate tools, libraries, and frameworks for adoption in development projects.

Evaluate and recommend best practices for the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Evaluate and recommend developer coding conventions and standards.

Lead knowledge pool/SME meetings

Lead team check-ins and other meetings when the manager is unavailable to lead.

Conduct technical workshops and training sessions on emerging technologies and coding standards.

Participate in roadmap planning and risk assessment activities when requested.

Provide regular communication of all tasks and initiatives to the team manager throughout project lifecycles.

Assess and recommend improvements to system performance, security, scalability, and maintainability.

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including UI/UX designers, product managers, and QA specialists.

Analyze and resolve complex programming challenges using advanced knowledge of computer capabilities and programming logic.

Establish relationships with external technology partners to develop innovative solutions and programming methods.

Create user-friendly operating instructions and reference materials for technical and non-technical audiences.

Actively participate in professional networks, technical communities, and professional societies to share knowledge and best practices.

Participate in ticket coverage and on-call support after hours with team rotation.

Participate in and provide feedback for hiring interviews when requested.

Assist with tasks as requested by the team leader or management personnel.

Indicators of Performance:

Demonstrable improvement in code quality and reduction of technical debt through effective code reviews and architectural guidance

Enhanced system reliability, scalability, and performance through proactive design recommendations and optimization

Increased development team velocity and efficiency through streamlined processes, reduced cycle time, and optimized workflows

Successful adoption and implementation of recommended tools, frameworks, and architectural patterns across development teams

Measurable reduction in post-release defects through improved design and testing practices

Consistent delivery of high-priority projects within established timelines, with minimal blockers

Effective mentorship of team members with documented skill growth

Strong collaboration with stakeholders and cross-functional teams, evidenced by high satisfaction scores

Comprehensive, clear technical documentation, including high-quality technical documents, proposals, and standards

Prompt and effective resolution of technical challenges and complex decision-making situations

Document and communicate all changes and learnings to the necessary team members and business stakeholders

Adhere to all Fait company policies, guidelines, and processes

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

7+ years of experience in full-stack or front-end/back-end web development.

Deep knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, Node.js, etc.).

Strong experience with web architecture, RESTful APIs, security, and scalability.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).

Solid understanding of databases (SQL and NoSQL) and caching mechanisms.

Experience with version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD tools, and testing frameworks.

Exhibit a true team player attitude; personable, professional, with a high level of integrity.

Give attention to detail that impacts profitability with a focus on quality.

Effectively manage several tasks at once. Must be flexible and work well under pressure and easily adapt to change.

Utilize strong written and verbal communications, along with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

Resolve conflict in a professional manner by employing problem solving skills.

Maintain high levels of personal accountability; and take responsibility for your own actions.

Display confidence and strive for high levels of accomplishment.

Listen, analyze, think quickly and logically ensure an expedient response to inquiries.

Develop accurate documentation and knowledge base.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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