Our client, a leading organization in the technology and data analytics industry, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be part of the Development Department supporting the Market Oversight platform by leading the design and architecture of complex, distributed surveillance systems based on evolving business needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, innovative thinking, and a collaborative spirit, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Lead Software Engineer **Locations:** Rockville, Maryland (Hybrid) OR Tysons, VA (Hybrid) **Job Type:** Contract **Pay Rate:** $85/hr W2 **What's the Job?** + Strengthen development practices by enhancing code review processes, testing standards, and deployment procedures to ensure high-quality delivery. + Champion modern development workflows, including AI-assisted development, while maintaining rigorous code review, testing, and security validation. + Mentor and collaborate with developers on complex implementations, providing technical guidance and establishing best practices. + Design and oversee scalable architecture solutions to support current platform complexity and future growth. + Optimize data layer performance, including DynamoDB query patterns, Athena performance, AWS Glue ETL processes, and caching strategies including QuickSight SPICE optimization. + Work with UI (Angular), API (Node.js), AWS Lambda, and infrastructure teams, providing code review and architectural guidance. **What's Needed?** + 7+ years of full-stack development experience with leadership responsibilities and ability to mentor developers while still delivered hands-on technical work. + Strong expertise in Node.js/JavaScript, Angular, and AWS serverless architecture. + Experience with AWS data services such as DynamoDB, Athena, Lambda, and AWS Glue, along with query optimization and caching strategies. + Proven experience in modern UI/UX development, especially in data visualization and dashboard design. + Experience in building data-driven applications and interactive dashboards. Experience with BI tools (QuickSight preferred, but Tableau, Power BI, or similar acceptable) + Proven expertise in scaling applications under increasing complexity and establishing robust development workflows. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to impact a rapidly growing platform with innovative solutions. + Work in a collaborative environment that values mentorship and professional growth. + Engage in cutting-edge development practices, including AI-assisted workflows. + Contribute to scalable architecture design supporting future expansion. + Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and innovation. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.