Lead Engineer
It's not every day we have a chance to make the world a healthier place—but here, it’s our way of life. Idealistic? Maybe. Deeply pragmatic? Always. Real Chemistry is a global health innovation company that has carved out its space at the intersection between healthcare, marketing and communications, tech, and the people at the heart of it all. It’s with a great sense of purpose that we work together with brave health and wellness companies to create and inspire healthier, happier, and longer lives. It’s our passion. And if you’re still reading, we’re guessing it might be yours too. We are looking to add to our alchemic mix of more than 2,000 talented professionals. At Real Chemistry, we don’t just wish the world was healthier. We leverage tech, data and creativity to make it so. You in?
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a talented Lead Engineer to join our growing team. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who can thrive in an agency environment and successfully lead a small development team. Our goal is to find someone who develops applications using cutting edge technology and is also experienced in system administration, database management, and troubleshooting deployments. The ideal candidate will be intellectually curious with a passion for technology, extensive development experience, ability to multitask and is as comfortable working in others’ code as well as sharing their own.
**This role will begin as a temporary position with potential to transition to permanent.
Responsibilities
Develop and deploy new features in LAMP (or similar) environment
Develop applications and backend services using PHP, JavaScript, and CSS
Participate in all aspects of the software development life cycle
Provide technical approaches for client application based upon business needs
Provide leadership to the development team in order to efficiently deliver projects which meet our client’s needs
Provide and implement the technical solutions for each project
Provide guidance and solutions to team members in order to keep projects on time and budget.
Work with members of the QA team to approve test plans and assess test coverage.
Required Skills & Experience
10+ years working with the following: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
10+ years of object-oriented programming
7+ years of PHP development experience
5+ years of SQL and relationship database experience
2+ years leading a development team
2+ years of experience with React
Knowledge of Node JS
Proficient in MVC concepts
Proficient in at least 2 current CMS
Proficient in a modern Javascript framework such as React, Vue, or similar
Proven ability to write clean, well designed code following industry best practices
Knowledge of the implementation and/or administration of a modern CRM such as Marketo, SalesForce or similar
Knowledge of other frameworks including .Net, Java or similar
Knowledge of at least 1 enterprise CMS, such as SiteCore, Episerver, AEM or similar
Experience developing and unit testing cross browsers, devices and platforms
Proficient understanding in responsive, fluid, and adaptive web designs
Engineering experience with Java
BS in Computer Science
Advertising Agency, Digital Media or related industry experience
Real Chemistry is currently operating with a flexible, hybrid approach and giving our teams the ability to operate in the way that works best for them – at home, in office or a mix. * We trust our people to decide what works best for them, working together with their teams and leaders to support our customers and make the world a healthier place. This policy will continue to be evaluated and may change in the future as we seek to ensure our people stay inspired, engaged, and motivated to do their best work.
*All employees who work in a Real Chemistry office, travel for business, or attend a Real Chemistry sponsored event must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees who qualify for a religious or medical exemption to receiving a COVID-19 vaccine are advised to work with our People team for accommodation.
Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, including flexible PTO, expanded paid leave for new parents including Your 4th Trimester ® , a program that helps new parents transition back to work, and a five-week sabbatical program. Other perks include Income Protection, Retirement plans/401(k) match, and cell phone savings plans. Learn more about our great benefits and perks at: https://www.realchemistry.com/
Real Chemistry is committed to being an Equal Opportunity employer. As such, we seek motivated and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. We strive to employ, motivate, advance and reasonably accommodate any qualified employees and applicants. We believe diversity of persons and ideas forms the most comprehensive, forward-looking company.