Lead Software Engineer

Full-time

Description

The Impact You Will Make:

Vydia is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Lead Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in advancing our engineers and enhancing the developer experience. This will be a player-coach role, and the ideal candidate will excel in team leadership while being a key contributor to achieve optimal outcomes. You will work to empower our engineers to deliver a robust suite of services that our Labels and Artists use to distribute, monetize, and analyze content that we deploy to all of the top industry music streaming platforms and social platforms, such as YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and TikTok.

You will be joining a small but growing team, with the opportunity to provide high-impact results for various initiatives the company will outline over the next few years. This position will work with fellow managers, engineers, designers, data engineers, and product managers to deliver industry-leading features and products to both our internal stakeholders and external clients.

Candidate must be located in a Vydia-registered state, which includes: CA, FL, IL, MA, NJ, NY, PA, TN, or TX

What You Will Do:

• Guide and Mentor:
  • Guide a team of engineers, unlocking their fullest potential by fostering professional growth and development.
  • Align team goals and initiatives with the overarching vision of the company.
  • Drive performance and ensure the achievement of measurable results.
  • Identify opportunities for team and process improvement. Implement strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and effectiveness.
  • Monitor and optimize team performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Lead by example with integrity, tenacity, and a commitment to excellence.
  • Interview and onboard new software engineers.
• Technical Contributions:
  • Participate in technical architecture discussions and contribute as an individual contributor at a senior level.
  • Perform meticulous code reviews to ensure high-quality code standards and help train more junior engineers.
  • Serve as an unblocker for developers while promoting autonomy.
• Continuous Learning and Collaboration:
  • Stay updated on the latest developments in engineering management and software development to drive innovation.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives and deliver high-impact features.

What We Are Looking For:

• Technical Skills/Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering as an Individual Contributor
  • Highly skilled in Ruby, React, GraphQL, SQL/Postgres or similar technologies
  • Deep understanding of OOP, programming best practices, DevX, and Software Development Life Cycle
  • Highly skilled in architecting technical solutions
  • Proficiency in analyzing complex issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions
  • An understanding of systems design and DevOps
  • Experience in Agile development methodologies
• Personal Skills:
  • A friendly, collaborative, and passionate leader
  • Passionate about the latest developments in technology and developer management
  • Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Fast at learning and seeks constructive criticism
  • Eager to hit the ground running, but is discerning enough to know when more information is needed
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt to change quickly; Scrum/Agile methodologies
  • Can articulate the merits and pitfalls of the different approaches when discussing potential solutions
  • Highly organized and able to multitask
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Product-minded

The Vydia Development Experience:

Join an environment where there is an emphasis on individual growth, experimentation, and ownership. You’ll find a team that is focused on creating a great experience for our clients, partners, and coworkers alike. From technical education to career growth, you will be given the resources needed to excel.

Reasons to work with us:

• Vydia is certified as a Great Place to Work™ company and has been named Best Place to Work in NJ by NJBIZ 6x (2024 most recent) due to its collaborative, fast-paced, fun, thriving environment. Additionally, Vydia has been named a 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in New York.
• Vydia was honored with the 2023 TechUnited Catalyst of Technology Award for our cutting-edge technology and scalable platform that provides global music entrepreneurs and their labels the ability to stay independent. Vydia was also named the 2022 winner of the NJBIZ Business Of The Year award (51-100 employees) which recognizes the state’s most dynamic businesses and business leaders who share a commitment to professional excellence, business growth, and the community.
• Major growth opportunities alongside the growth of the company; Vydia has been identified as an Inc 500 Fastest Growing Company in America and by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the most Entrepreneurial companies in America
• Join a mission-based culture that enjoys giving back to the community through a variety of initiatives that are meaningful to our team members
• Full medical/dental/vision package, 401k retirement with employer matching, and financial wellness plans
• We invest in your growth and development, providing a professional development stipend for continued education and mentorship to support your career goals
• Hybrid/Remote flexibility to work from home
• Generous vacation policy including paid parental leave
• Vydia provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.
• Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Vydia to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]
• Your employment with Vydia is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with Vydia is not guaranteed for any length of time.

About Vydia:

Vydia is an end-to-end music technology platform and services company that provides labels with the infrastructure and tools to power their business. The company’s innovative solutions in rights management, automated royalty accounting, advanced payments, and daily performance analytics provide leaders in music and culture with the unfettered ability to publish, distribute, and monetize their audio-visual content on a global scale. Vydia is a wholly-owned division of gamma., the artist-first multimedia platform providing creative and business services across all artistic and commercial formats, founded by CEO Larry Jackson and President Ike Youssef. To learn more, please visit vydia.com

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Salary Description

$170,000- $190,000