Software/Integration Technical Lead (Loveland, CO)

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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This is a Hybrid role based out of our office in Loveland, Colorado. The Target Pay Range for this position is $132,000 - $160,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The Software/Integration Technical Lead will be responsible for guiding, coaching, and mentoring a team of Full Stack (.NET and React) Engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. This role will involve a mix of hands-on coding, architectural decision-making, and team management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in .NET and react, and a proven track record of leading engineering teams to success.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Lead the technical implementation of a team of Full Stack (.NET and React) Engineers, ensuring timely delivery of projects.
• Engage in hands-on coding, contributing to the codebase and performing code reviews.
• Provide input into decisions and work collaboratively with the team to implement them.
• Ensure efficient agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Mentor team members, providing them with technical guidance and career development opportunities.
• Bridge with stakeholders, including product managers and business analysts, to ensure software solutions meet business requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance and efficiency of the team and the applications, identifying areas for improvement.
• Work with integration developers and do code reviews, be compliant with consistent development methodologies, patterns & practices and improve on recommendations made as needed.
• Use API first methodology across Antech ecosystem and help designing products around an API from the ground up. Should be well versed in creating Products, managing Revisions and APIs with minimal vendor impact as needed.
• Develop new feature set or resolve bugs in conjunction with stakeholders in Agile teams.
• Work with IT stakeholders in ensuring compliance to software development practices and identify, communicate, and mitigate Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Decisions throughout full life cycle.
• A Tech lead is a pivotal role for our business in terms of possessing knowledge of application landscape and delivery as a domain SME in solutions design and keeping lights on.          

  EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a lead role.
• Strong experience in .NET and ReactJS or Angular2 is required.
• Experience with cloud services such as Azure is a plus.
• Proven track record in leading engineering teams to successful project delivery.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Deep technical expertise in .NET framework/Core and React.js.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Ability to guide and mentor team members in technical and soft skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a knack for debugging and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Leadership skills, with a focus on fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Proficient in Typescript is a plus

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Strong understanding of various data storage and processing technologies including relational, document-based, data lakes, and data warehousing.
• Oracle DB and Microsoft SQL Server, Azure Data Environment & Cloud experience
• Application development background with Cloud infrastructure (APIs, LogicApps, WebApps etc.)
• Worked with ETLs, CQRS, scalable databases, and working within enterprise architecture.
• Worked with ORMs such as Entity Framework, Dapper, and Hibernate (Preferred)
• Worked in an Agile environment on an enterprise-level web application (Preferred)
• RESTful and SOAP APIs using .NET and Java.
• Knowledge of HL7 (Preferred)
• Worked in a healthcare environment (Preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
• Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively with end users is required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Effective listening skills and ability to deal with difficult callers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use
• Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
• May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
• Ability to communicate verbally on the telephone and in person
• Fluency in the English language
• Extended hours may be needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

 The employee will primarily work in a typical office environment including use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent. 

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

• All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

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