Lead Software Developer

General Information:

Job title

Lead Software Developer

Reports to

Director of Development

FLSA Status

Exempt

Company Overview

Tracker Technologies is a software company and official Oracle Partner focused on uniting teams and data by breaking down barriers for more efficient project delivery. As a sister company of Rev1 Energy, a leading project delivery firm, we develop enterprise-grade software such as TrackerCheck and TrackerProgress, which is trusted by major global energy companies to improve visibility, collaboration, and provide proactive and predictive planning.

We are an established organization that operates with the speed and innovation of a startup—fast-moving, agile, and motivated by the pursuit of something bigger than ourselves. Our culture values hard work, accountability, meritocracy, and technical excellence. We also bring that high-performance spirit to the racetrack, hosting employees and clients at motorsport events throughout the year as part of our company’s unique culture of teamwork and passion.

Job Summary

The Lead Software Developer will lead and mentor a team of software engineers and quality assurance professionals while driving the technical vision and delivery of Tracker Technologies’ enterprise-grade software platforms. This role requires a strong technical foundation combined with proven people management skills to build high-performing teams that deliver scalable, reliable solutions serving major global energy companies.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Lead Software Developer will oversee the entire software development lifecycle—from planning and architecture to implementation, testing, and deployment. You will balance hands-on technical leadership with people management responsibilities, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take ownership and be responsible for the development and delivery of projects, reporting directly to the Director of Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5-10 software engineers and test engineers
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to help team members expand their skills
• Lead technical design reviews and provide guidance on complex technical challenges
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to standards
• Maintain hands-on involvement in critical technical work (React, TypeScript, Node.js and C#/.NET)
• Partner with Director of Development on strategic planning and technical roadmap
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Develop responsive, intuitive user interfaces using React and modern frontend frameworks
• Design & implement database schemas, queries, and optimizations for MySQL & Oracle databases
• Conduct interviews for new developer and ops positions and provide detailed feedback to the Director of Development

Education, Work Experience and/or Specialized Training Requirements:

• 15+ years of professional software development experience
• 5+ years of direct people management experience leading software development teams
• Strong technical expertise in full-stack development with proficiency in TypeScript, React, and Node.js
• Solid experience with C# and ASP.NET Core development
• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, Oracle DB preferred) and cloud platforms (AWS, OCI)
• Knowledge of modern development practices including CI/CD, containerization (Docker), and version control (Git)
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical leadership with people management responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders with humility and energy
• Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience)

Location

• Austin, Texas – Hybrid (Work from home Monday and Friday, in office Tuesday through Thursday)

Why Join Tracker Technologies

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits
• Hybrid work schedule: work from home Monday and Friday, in-office Tuesday through Thursday
• Fast-paced, agile…