Technical Lead/ 2 hours ago
Quick Summary
Technical Lead
Location: United States | Remote
Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Salary Range: $150,000 – $160,000 per year
About VCI - Transformation Begins with Our Purpose
VCI was founded to provide payment solutions that enhance business efficiency, stability, and profit growth. Over 30 years later, we remain an entrepreneurial company distinguished by our leading technology. Our stability and flexibility are powered by the Commercial Bank of California, a $3.8 billion Latino-owned community business bank. Our commitment to providing comprehensive ACH payment processing solutions has earned us a 97 percent client and partner retention rate.
Job Summary
We are hiring a seasoned Technical Lead to spearhead the design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and robust financial systems and payment processing solutions. This critical role requires hands-on technical leadership, deep expertise across front-end and back-end technologies, and a strategic approach. The Technical Lead will guide cross-functional teams through complex migration projects and challenging product requirements within a fast-paced, highly regulated, cloud-native environment utilizing Azure and AWS.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end architecture, design, and development of enterprise-grade applications using Java, PHP, Angular, and REST APIs.
- Oversee and contribute to microservices-based architecture and cloud-native solutions deployed on Microsoft Azure and AWS.
- Drive the development of responsive, user-friendly front-end interfaces adhering to modern UI/UX principles using Angular.
- Champion CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and automation practices for efficient and reliable deployments (DevOps).
- Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
- Manage code quality and security utilizing tools such as SonarQube, Bitbucket, and IDE integrations, alongside rigorous code review and approval processes.
- Engage in hands-on development, unit testing framework implementation, and peer reviews.
- Direct migration projects from legacy systems to modern platforms, ensuring minimal disruption.
- Deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance payment processing solutions while maintaining strict compliance with industry standards.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, incorporating AI-driven enhancements where applicable.
- Ensure timely, budget-compliant solution delivery while upholding high standards for performance, scalability, and security.
- Utilize JIRA and Confluence for agile project management, documentation, and team collaboration.
- Mentor and guide developers, promoting professional growth and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 7+ years of experience in software development, including 4+ years in a technical leadership role.
- Proven expertise with Java, PHP, Angular, and RESTful API development.
- Deep understanding of cloud platforms (preferably Azure), CI/CD, IaC, and DevOps practices.
- Strong full-stack development skills covering Java, PHP, Angular, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Experience managing relational and NoSQL databases and secure data handling.
- Solid grasp of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration.
- Familiarity and experience with AI technologies, including AI Code Assistants in IDEs and AI agents in enterprise systems.
- Experience utilizing SonarQube Cloud, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with complex product requirements.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills
- Hands-on experience with automation frameworks and IDE tools.
- Proficiency in Power BI.
- Background in migration projects and legacy modernization efforts.
- Experience working with third-party payment gateways, payment processing systems, fraud detection systems, and compliance frameworks.
- Experience with Claude Code or other AI development tools.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive employer contribution to medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401k plan with employer match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employer provided Calm subscription.
- Employer provided mental health benefits through Teladoc.
- Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Minimum 10 Days of Vacation, 6 Paid Federal Holidays, 5 paid personal days/per year.
- Online discount program.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Join Our Team!
VCI does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written, and fully executed agreement with VCI to submit candidates.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations
VCI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified individuals receive consideration for employment regardless of protected characteristics. We evaluate applicants fairly, including those with criminal histories, per applicable laws. VCI provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation during the application or interview process, contact [email protected] with your request details.
Recruitment Policy
VCI does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to VCI, directly or indirectly, will be considered the property of VCI. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. To submit candidates for consideration, recruiting agencies must have a valid, written, and fully executed agreement with VCI. Without such an agreement in place, no agency submissions will be accepted or compensated.