Leads hands-on cloud-native software development and modernization projects from prototyping through production. Designs full-stack solutions, translates client requirements into technical specifications, writes code, and guides delivery teams. Responsibilities include planning scope and milestones, removing blockers, balancing quality and speed, modernizing legacy applications into microservices, creating reusable engineering practices, and using AI-assisted coding tools to improve delivery. The role requires client-facing communication, cloud expertise, Agile knowledge, and technical leadership across distributed teams.
At RapidScale, exceptional technology is powered by exceptional people. We deliver secure, reliable managed and advisory services across private, public, and hybrid clouds, helping organizations innovate, adapt, and grow. As an Elite Broadcom VMware VCSP Partner and top partner with AWS, Azure, and Google, our solutions focus on business outcomes, with embedded cyber resiliency and AI to protect today and enable tomorrow, all backed by the scale and strength of Spectrum.
We are seeking a Software Development Lead to play a pivotal role in our Consulting & Professional Services team, focused on cloud-native development and software modernization. This position is extremely hands-on, providing technical oversight over delivery teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about emerging practices such as AI-assisted coding and eager to integrate these tools into modern development workflows. You will engage directly with clients, translating complex technical requirements into actionable specifications and designs, while also rolling up your sleeves to write code and accelerate delivery.
What You'll Do
What You Bring:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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Get to Know Us Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, the leading broadband and video company in the nation and the fastest growing mobile provider in its footprint, with services available to more than 70 million homes and small to large businesses across 45 states. When you join our team, you'll be keeping customers connected to Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products.
Grow Your Career Here We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.
We are seeking a Software Development Lead to play a pivotal role in our Consulting & Professional Services team, focused on cloud-native development and software modernization. This position is extremely hands-on, providing technical oversight over delivery teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about emerging practices such as AI-assisted coding and eager to integrate these tools into modern development workflows. You will engage directly with clients, translating complex technical requirements into actionable specifications and designs, while also rolling up your sleeves to write code and accelerate delivery.
What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end technical execution across several projects from initial prototype through to dependable production deployment.
- Design and develop full-stack solutions that deliver measurable customer value and improve how our teams learn and iterate.
- Work hands-on with customer teams to understand their workflows, shape requirements, and ensure effective adoption of delivered capabilities.
- Define project scope, plan milestones, and proactively clear blockers to maintain delivery momentum.
- Balance speed, quality, and scope-making thoughtful trade-offs to keep delivery outcomes on track.
- Step into the codebase when needed to accelerate progress or clarify technical direction.
- Capture effective patterns and practices in reusable tools, templates, or frameworks for broader team use.
- Maintain team momentum through clear direction, consistent follow-up, and strong execution discipline.
- Actively leverage AI-assisted coding tools to improve developer velocity, quality, and innovation.
What You Bring:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of software engineering/development experience (or equivalent).
- 3+ years working as a technical lead or architect in cloud-native or modernization initiatives.
- Hands-on expertise with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Proficiency in at least two programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Go, Java, C#).
- Experience transforming legacy applications (Java, .NET, etc.) into cloud-native microservices.
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices design patterns.
- Strong client-facing communication skills, with experience delivering technical presentations and engaging with business/technical stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of Agile development methodologies and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Kiro OpenCode, or equivalent).
- Professional services or consulting experience, including direct client delivery.
- Familiarity with UI/UX collaboration and integration into architecture.
- Experience working with global or distributed engineering teams.
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9T1425 2026-80900 9T1425 2026
Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.
A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
Get to Know Us Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, the leading broadband and video company in the nation and the fastest growing mobile provider in its footprint, with services available to more than 70 million homes and small to large businesses across 45 states. When you join our team, you'll be keeping customers connected to Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products.
Grow Your Career Here We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans.
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