Lead Software Engineer
OP RecruitingAbout the role
Job Title
Lead Software Engineer
Location
Chicago (Hybrid)
About The Opportunity
Are you ready to architect low-latency, high-throughput infrastructure that powers modern digital streaming environments? We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to direct the end-to-end design and execution of a mission-critical video distribution platform. In this high-impact role, you will bridge technical vision with product strategy while guiding a cross-functional, globally distributed engineering team.
Responsibilities
Architect & Scale: Direct full-lifecycle engineering initiatives for high-availability systems, guaranteeing real-time execution and operational reliability.
Technical Guidance: Lead and elevate engineering colleagues through rigorous code reviews, technical mentorship, and quality assurance standards.
Product Collaboration: Partner with product leadership to evaluate technical feasibility and translate strategic goals into robust architectural solutions.
Process & Tooling Optimization: Refine deployment workflows, establish verification frameworks, and maintain comprehensive documentation across the system life cycle.
Global Alignment: Work directly with international product and technology teams to integrate continuous platform innovations across time zones.
System Resolution: Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex technical bottlenecks in live, high-traffic distributed environments.
Requirements (Must-Have)
Experience & Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or equivalent practical experience) combined with 5+ years of progressive backend software development.
Core Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in C/C++, network programming, and relational/non-relational database design.
Distributed Architecture: Hands-on background building and maintaining high-concurrency, mission-critical distributed systems.
Execution & Delivery: Sound understanding of Agile methodologies, modern SDLC frameworks, and technical project management.
Communication & Leadership: Aptitude for explaining complex engineering topics to non-technical partners and aligning tech initiatives with business outcomes.
Global Flexibility: Capability to adapt schedules periodically to accommodate co-working hours with international engineering hubs.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)
Direct domain experience within the digital advertising or media streaming sectors.
Exposure to programmatic ad-serving architectures and open protocol specifications (e.g., OpenRTB).
A passion for researching, adopting, and deploying emerging software development tools and paradigms.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary package commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive healthcare package (medical, dental, vision).
Flexible remote work arrangements and professional development support.
Accepting Candidates
Responsibilities
- Direct full-lifecycle engineering initiatives for high-availability systems
- Lead and elevate engineering colleagues through rigorous code reviews
- Partner with product leadership to evaluate technical feasibility
- Refine deployment workflows and maintain comprehensive documentation
- Work directly with international product and technology teams
- Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex technical bottlenecks
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- Advanced proficiency in C/C++, network programming, and database design
- Hands-on background building high-concurrency distributed systems
- Sound understanding of Agile methodologies and technical project management
- Aptitude for explaining complex engineering topics to non-technical partners
- Capability to adapt schedules for international collaboration
Benefits
- Competitive base salary package
- Comprehensive healthcare package
- Flexible remote work arrangements
- Professional development support
Skills mentioned
About OP Recruiting
OP, formerly known as Objective Paradigm, has been a leader in tech recruiting since its inception in 1999, with a focus on executive and direct hire technology placements. Over the years, we've expanded our expertise to encompass high-frequency trading, hedge funds technology, and other high-growth tech sectors. Today, as OP, we address the diverse challenges for our fintech, blockchain, and web3 clients. With a dedicated office in Indianapolis and over 30 years of combined experience, our passionate team serves a diverse range of clients, from tech startups to Fortune 100 companies. We are committed to being the most respected and effective recruiting firm, ensuring access to top-tier talent for every client and candidate we work with.