Lead Application Engineer

Job Title : Lead Application Engineer

About Edify  

Headquartered in Naperville, IL, we are a dynamic team with over two decades of industry expertise, dedicated to delivering robust business solutions, staff augmentation, and a comprehensive range of application and web services. As a former recipient of INC. Magazine''''''''s prestigious ''''''''5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies'''''''' award, we take immense pride in our proven track record of success.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of software development experience, including 5+ years leading engineering teams and modernization initiatives.
• Proven experience delivering customer-facing applications and leading enterprise application transformations.
• Strong proficiency in modern development stacks (JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, Java/.NET, Python, or similar).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), microservices architectures, and legacy modernization.
• Hands-on experience with Agile and DevOps tools (JIRA, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Terraform) and application portfolio management practices.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring engineers and scaling engineering capabilities.
• Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities or APIs (e.g., NLP, predictive analytics, generative AI services) into enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering productivity platforms.
• Understanding data pipelines and integration patterns supporting AI-driven applications.

We Believe in Diversity & Inclusion:

As a minority-owned company, we deeply value and prioritize inclusion and diversity within our organization. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters innovation, creativity, and empathy, leading to a richer and more rewarding work environment. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Join us and be a part of a team that celebrates diversity, cherishes different perspectives, and fosters a collaborative and supportive community.