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About Terra Site Constructors, LLC
Terra Site Constructors, LLC is a dynamic, SBA 8(a) certified general contractor focused on federal construction, design-build, and self-perform capabilities. We serve clients including NAVFAC, USACE, NPS, GSA, and other federal agencies, with a reputation built on integrity, technical excellence, and proven performance across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions.
Job Overview
We are seeking an Estimator with 5–10+ years of experience in federal construction estimating to join our growing team. This role plays a critical part in preconstruction and proposal development, responsible for leading cost estimates, coordinating with subcontractors, and supporting proposal pricing for design-build, design-bid-build, and IDIQ contracts.
This is a strategic role supporting both business development and operations, reporting directly to the Vice President of Estimating and collaborating with Capture Managers, Executives, and field leadership. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for federal construction projects using plans, specifications, and RFP documents.
- Develop quantity takeoffs, apply labor burden, general conditions, escalation, and bond rates.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes; develop scopes of work.
- Participate in design reviews, site visits, and pre-bid walkthroughs.
- Draft pricing narratives, clarifications, and basis of estimate documentation.
- Support capture planning for 8(a) Sole Source, MACC/MATOC, JOC, and open competition projects.
- Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, Davis-Bacon, and agency-specific requirements.
- Collaborate with Business Development to establish pursuit strategies and pricing models.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of federal construction estimating experience (vertical and/or horizontal projects).
- Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, Davis-Bacon, and cost principles.
- Advanced skills in Bluebeam, Excel, and estimating tools such as RSMeans, Sage Estimating (Timberline), PlanSwift, or HeavyBid.
- Proficiency with platforms like Building Connected, Procore, and .
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent estimates under tight deadlines.
Preferred:
- Experience with NAVFAC, USACE, GSA, or NPS projects.
- Experience with 8(a) Sole Source or federal IDIQ task orders.
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent field experience).
- Professional certifications (CPE, LEED AP, PMP) a plus.
- Stable employment history with a track record of leadership and reliability.
Why Join Terra?
- Competitive Salary + Performance Incentives
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
- Collaborative culture with opportunity for career growth and leadership
- Work with a mission-driven team on high-profile federal projects
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Must possess a deep knowledge and understanding of Navy IRCM systems, airworthiness requirements and processes, aircraft integration, range requirements, safety processes including laser safety, data collection systems, and data analysis.
This includes server-based record and play-out systems, non-linear editors, production switchers, routing switchers, MPEG encoders, decoders, automation, news room computer systems, data networks, and broadcast transmission equipment.
In addition, job responsibilities will include… Maintain and repair transmitters (AM, FM, TV, Microwave, Fiber, satellite, etc.), receivers, cameras, switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, video tape systems, routers, automation/editing systems, intercoms, two-way radios, monitors and display systems Provide budget information to support the implementation of new systems Provide technical support to operational users Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required Provide specific engineering signal flow diagrams for CAD documentation on all work performed on technical systems Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices What skills do you need to be successful in our role? Minimum of 5 years’ broadcast experience Solid understanding of core hardware, computer systems, IP Networking and electrical systems Experience working with microwaves, transmitters and satellites is preferred Self-motivated and the ability to work efficiently without direct supervision Confidence in troubleshooting problems and effectively communicating solutions to internal and external customers Ability to read and understand technical materials Hold a valid driver's license Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.
Associates degree or higher in electronics or a related field is preferred Bachelor's degree preferred Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
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No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.
Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent
- GovCloud Job Description: A Senior Superintendent (Supt.) directs the work flow of the project on site consistent with the project schedule and HITT safety and quality standards.
The Senior Supt.
provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader.
Senior Supt.s communicate project priorities to site staff and all subcontractors, serving as the primary leader on site for the construction project.
Responsibilities Understanding and administering the HITT safety program to include all subcontractors, ensuring that all accidents/incidents are promptly reported and investigated, and assisting in safety inspections by outside agencies Maintain HITT quality standards for all aspects of the project Serve as the leader for all on site safety, managing a safe jobsite for all involved Maintain daily log of all activities and site conditions, while managing the punch list and closeout process through owner/architect acceptance Work with the project manager in formulating project schedule, ensuring that the proper methods and sequence of installation are followed, making and following through with schedule commitments, and maintaining HITT quality standards Maintain good working relationships with all subcontractors on the project, developing relationships within the community which enhance business opportunities, and ensuring subcontractors are treated fairly Ensure complete, accurate daily documentation of work orders/tickets, understanding subcontractor scope of work to avoid unnecessary change orders, and identifying problems early and act immediately to provide solutions Develop and organize the site team, arranging for temporary facilities/utilities for the site, and identifying long lead items that need to be expedited Collaborate with the project manager and site operations team throughout the life of the project Qualifications A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
8-10 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor Tenant renovations, service work, work in occupied spaces, weekend work, fast paced project experience all a plus Mastery of building processes and best practices Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results Project lead experience preferred Previous experience in a superintendent or project lead experience preferred Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex.
Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, OSHA 30 Certification preferred Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 50lbs Must demonstrate a strong ability to: Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model Organize and manage tasks and priorities Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT’s core values Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit.
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
NOVA Engineering and Environmental is seeking a Marketing Coordinator with a focus on graphic design and social media to support our offices across the Southeast. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a few years of experience or a recent graduate looking to grow within A/E/C marketing. The role blends traditional proposal and marketing support with hands-on graphic design, brand support, and social media execution. The position reports to the Marketing Supervisor and works closely with marketing, business development, and technical teams.
Essential Functions:
The successful candidate will work closely with the various Business Development Associates, Operational Managers and senior staff throughout the company. Primary job responsibilities will include the following:
Marketing & Proposal Support:
- Coordinate and manage the end to end proposal development process, from go/no go through final submission
- Assist with the coordination, development, editing, and production of SOQs, presentations, SF330's and more using Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office365
- Support proposal strategy sessions and assist with presentation development and production
- Write, edit, and format proposal content, resumes, project descriptions, and boilerplate content using Deltek CRM, Microsoft Office, and Adobe tools
- Maintain proposal content libraries, resumes, project sheets, and boilerplate materials
- Support proposal close out activities, debriefs, and process improvements
- Assist with market research to help offices identify trends, clients, and competitors
- Support regional marketing and business development meetings as needed
Graphic Design & Brand Support:
- Produce and update marketing graphics for proposals, presentations, and collateral in accordance with NOVA brand standards
- Assist with maintaining and growing NOVA's internal graphics and template library
- Support the development of regional marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, conference displays, and digital assets
- Ensure consistency with corporate branding across all marketing materials
Social Media & Digital Marketing:
- Assist with NOVA's social media program to support brand awareness, recruiting, and community engagement
- Create and schedule social media content, including graphics and short-form copy, in coordination with the marketing team
- Help track engagement metrics and support reporting on social media performance
Systems & Administration:
- Support the Client, Project, and Employee Database (Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint)
- Assist with tracking business opportunities and leads in the CRM
- Help coordinate the renewal of annual contracts and pre-qualification certifications
Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Education:
- Minimum 2 years of marketing experience or equivalent (A/E/C industry preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI) and Adobe (InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat), as well as experience in database management
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong quality control skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
- Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint Applications, including Deltek Vantagepoint's CRM Software a plus
- Motivated self-starter with ability to problem solve
- Ability to work under pressure with multiple tasks and deadlines
- Ability to travel between offices on occasion
NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Nova:
Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.
Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA's facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Our client, a fast growing publicly traded manufacturing company is looking for a Senior Accountant to join. This role will have meaningful responsibility across financial reporting, operational accounting, and process optimization within a multi-entity, global environment.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in U.S. GAAP, and comfortable operating in a matrixed organization with cross-border collaboration.
Core Responsibilities
Financial Close & Reporting
- Manage critical components of the monthly and quarterly close cycle
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and analytical reviews
- Perform detailed variance and trend analysis to support reporting accuracy
- Ensure results align with U.S. GAAP and corporate reporting policies
Compliance & Audit Coordination
- Support both internal and external audit activities
- Prepare audit documentation, schedules, and regulatory support files
- Maintain compliance with global accounting standards, including U.S. GAAP and applicable local requirements
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Product, Tax, Legal, and other internal stakeholders to ensure proper accounting treatment of business activities
- Assist in evaluating complex transactions and operational impacts on financial reporting
Process Optimization & Controls
- Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency across end-to-end accounting workflows
- Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving internal controls and accelerating close timelines
- Collaborate with shared services teams, including offshore support functions, to refine processes and strengthen accountability
Special Projects & Systems
- Provide support for ERP enhancements, system upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives
- Assist in financial modeling, business case analysis, and other ad hoc strategic projects
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts leveraging technology and automation tools
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Background in manufacturing and/or publicly traded environments preferred
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and corporate reporting standards
- Experience supporting audits and working within structured control environments
- Familiarity with procure-to-pay processes
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with Oracle or comparable ERP systems preferred
- Experience working with shared services or offshore accounting teams preferred
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic, global environment
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and ownership mentality
- Willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic and international)
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Title: Director of Analytics & Insights (Amazon Agency)
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Alternate location: Or home based anywhere in the US
Industry: Ecommerce (Amazon Agency)
Channel: Mostly Amazon and
Direct Reports: Team of 5-6 Analysts
Visa: No sponsorship possible. Must have valid work authorization
Job ID: ZR_9557_JOB
Remote work policy: Full remote
Job Seniority: Executive Level, Middle Management Level
Company size: Medium (50-1000 ppl)
Company Ownership: Privately Owned
Industry(ies): Ecommerce, Consumer Goods,
Function(s): eCommerce,
Region(s): Arizona, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Las Vegas, Los Angeles Area, New Orleans, NORTH AMERICA, USA, Dallas, California, Fort Lauderdale / West Palm Beach, Houston, Colorado, Connecticut, San Francisco Area, Florida, Miami, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York City area, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, Washington
Company Description
Our client is a well-established ecommerce services organization that supports brands in building and scaling their presence across major online marketplaces (Amazon and mostly). With a long-standing track record in digital commerce, the firm provides strategic and operational support spanning retail, media, creative and performance enablement. Its environment is collaborative, entrepreneurial and data-driven, with a strong emphasis on translating complexity into clear business value.
Objective of the Role
Our client is seeking a Director of Analytics & Insights to lead the strategic development of its measurement and insights capability. This individual will define how performance is measured, interpreted and communicated across client engagements, with a particular focus on ecommerce, digital advertising effectiveness and broader brand growth.
The role is designed for a senior leader who can combine technical depth with business judgment. The successful candidate will establish a clear vision for analytics and reporting, strengthen the quality of insight generation across the organization, and help create scalable frameworks that enable client teams to translate data into action. This position will also play an important role in shaping how advanced tools, automation and artificial intelligence support a modern analytics function.
Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in ecommerce analytics, digital advertising measurement and commercial insight generation, ideally gained within a brand-led environment, an agency, or a similarly complex client-facing business. A deep understanding of marketplace ecosystems is essential, particularly in relation to Amazon advertising, Amazon Marketing Cloud, omnichannel measurement and upper-funnel media effectiveness.
This person should be equally credible in technical and executive settings: capable of engaging with analysts, data partners and technical teams while also presenting clear, actionable conclusions to senior leadership. The right profile will combine strategic thinking, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment and the ability to bring structure to an evolving function.
Responsibilities
- Define and advance the analytics and insights vision for the organization.
- Establish scalable measurement frameworks covering retail performance, advertising effectiveness, brand growth and operational health.
- Lead and develop the analytics team, strengthening capabilities, role clarity and professional growth.
- Create clear standards for reporting, dashboards and insight delivery across client accounts.
- Improve the quality of interpretation by ensuring data is translated into commercial recommendations and action plans.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on advanced ecommerce measurement, including Amazon Marketing Cloud and omnichannel analytics.
- Partner with internal technology and engineering teams to improve data infrastructure, automation and reporting efficiency.
- Evaluate the current operating model and clarify ownership between analytics, reporting and client-facing teams.
- Support the development of advanced analyses that go beyond standard dashboard reporting and provide deeper strategic value.
- Ensure analytical output remains relevant, accurate, decision-oriented and aligned with the evolving needs of clients and the business.
Requirements
- Significant experience in analytics and insights leadership, including team management.
- Strong expertise in digital advertising measurement and ecommerce performance analysis.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Amazon advertising tools, metrics and measurement methodologies, including Amazon Marketing Cloud.
- Familiarity with omnichannel measurement, customer journey analysis and upper-funnel media evaluation.
- Advanced capability in SQL and experience with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Tableau, Looker or similar tools.
- Working knowledge of statistical or analytical tools such as Python, R or equivalent.
- Ability to design measurement frameworks that connect media investment to broader business outcomes.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex analysis for non-technical audiences.
- Experience operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree is advantageous.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
IDR is hiring for a 6 Month Contract to Hire Technical Product Owner
Join a leading organization in the data technology sector, where innovation and agility drive success. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence key data engineering initiatives, collaborating across diverse teams to deliver impactful digital products. If you're passionate about data solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and possess a strong technical acumen, this is your chance to make a difference and grow your career.
Position Overview for the Technical Product Owner:
• Act as a pivotal link between Data Engineering teams and business stakeholders to facilitate successful technology delivery across digital products
• Manage and prioritize data engineering product backlog, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Author user stories and acceptance criteria, leading refinement sessions and sprint planning
• Lead Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery
• Utilize data and AI tools to analyze issues, optimize workflows, and maintain high quality in product artifacts
Requirements for the Technical Product Owner:
• Proven experience in stakeholder interaction and managing product backlogs in an Agile environment
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical requirements effectively
• Proficiency with SQL, data engineering processes, and related technologies such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, SSIS, and Azure Data Lake
• Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack and data delivery tools is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and successful delivery of technical products
What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours, supporting a dynamic team that values innovation and autonomy
• Competitive pay rate of $60-68/hr, leading to an annualized salary of approximately $135,000 + 10% STIP
• Be part of a company with a strong focus on data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technology adoption
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven processes and advanced data engineering tools
Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Title: Lead Software Engineer - AI Application Platform
Mode of interview 1 round in person
Location: Must be in Charlotte, NC to work Hybrid Model
Main Skill set: Python, AI and Angular
Description:
Lead Software Engineer - AI Application Platform
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide the architectural development and execution of the client, a sophisticated AI-powered application generation platform. This role suits a proven technical leader with deep, hands-on expertise across the full software stack who finds enabling a team to build better software deeply satisfying.
You will shape critical systems, mentor senior and junior developers through complex technical decisions, conduct rigorous code reviews across multiple technology domains, and directly influence the platform's trajectory through strategic engineering leadership.
This is for someone who:
- Engages thoughtfully when a junior developer asks targeted architectural questions—because you see an opportunity to shape how someone thinks about systems
- Takes time to explain subtle type-safety issues in code review, understanding that feedback is a teaching moment
- Can present architecture clearly to executives and confidently explain both what we're building and why it matters
- Finds more energy in the code your team ships than in the code you write individually
- Has proven depth across the full stack and a track record of developing engineers into stronger contributors
This is not a single-language codebase. The role requires the ability to make informed decisions on TypeScript design patterns, Python FastAPI architecture, AWS security posture, and Terraform state management in context with one another.
The Platform Challenge
The client is fundamentally a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for dynamic application generation. This differs from building a traditional SaaS product. Rather than building one application, you're building infrastructure that enables users to build their own applications.
What this means architecturally:
- Dynamic Content Generation at Scale: Unlike traditional development where code is fixed, AppGen generates JSON form schemas, validation rules, and UI layouts on demand. The FormBuilder component doesn't know what fields will exist until runtime. The layout engine renders user-designed screens from configuration, not hardcoded templates.
- Multi-Tenant Isolation & Data Segregation: Each user gets their own generated app, potentially deployed to their own AWS environment. The architecture must account for data isolation, namespace management, and cross-tenant security considerations.
- User-Defined Data Structures: Traditional applications are built with predetermined database schemas. AppGen works differently—form structures, field types, and validation rules emerge from user conversations with Claude. This brings engineering challenges: How do you safely execute validation logic that users define? When users modify existing forms that have thousands of submissions, how do you maintain backward compatibility? How do you version schemas?
- Content Rendering, Not Code Generation: Unlike traditional no-code platforms where users drag-and-drop to build, AppGen uses AI instead. Users chat with Claude, Claude generates a form schema, and your platform renders that schema reliably across diverse field types, validation patterns, and workflows. The system renders configurations for immediate use, rather than generating code for later deployment.
Experience that directly transfers:
- You've contributed to or led development of low-code/no-code platforms (visual builders, workflow engines, configuration-driven systems)
- You've worked on SaaS platforms with multi-tenant architecture and understand isolation strategies, rate limiting, and per-customer customization
- You've built dynamic rendering systems that handle unknown/arbitrary schemas at runtime
- You've addressed the unique challenges of treating data configurations as user-created content (form builders, report designers, automation workflows)
- You understand the difference between platform infrastructure and applications built on that infrastructure—and the architectural implications of each
Core Responsibilities
1. Technical Architecture & Systems Thinking (40%)
- Shape architectural decisions across the full stack: How should the component layer handle dynamically generated forms? What's the right approach to validate complex cross-field dependencies in the FormBuilder? What separation of concerns makes sense between the Generator Lambda and the Parent Backend?
- Guide architecture discussions: Help senior developers think through design trade-offs. Should we use NgRx or Angular signals for this feature? When does a new Lambda function become worthwhile given cold-start costs?
- Identify and address system-wide bottlenecks: Work across layers to improve performance. Explore Lambda cold-start optimization, RDS query efficiency, and DynamoDB access patterns.
- Establish patterns and guide consistency: Define coding conventions that work across Python, TypeScript, and Terraform. Help new team members understand the reasoning behind architectural choices.
- What this looks like in practice: You're able to justify architectural decisions with technical reasoning. When someone questions an approach, you can explain the trade-offs you considered. You can write code in multiple languages to validate an approach if needed.
2. Code Review & Technical Guidance (30%)
- Full-stack PR reviews: Review Python FastAPI endpoints and Angular components with equal depth, understanding how they interact.
- Deep technical review: Catch issues thoughtful code review can surface:
- RxJS Observable lifecycle and potential memory patterns in Angular
- Query efficiency and data loading patterns in SQLAlchemy
- Terraform module organization and state management implications
- Type safety and TypeScript coverage gaps
- AWS security and IAM configurations
- Educational feedback: Your code reviews help the team learn. When you identify an issue, reviewees understand not just what changed, but how to think about similar problems in the future.
- Define quality expectations: Work with the team to establish what \"production-ready\" means for this platform and support consistent application of those standards.
- What this requires: Experience reviewing code across teams and multiple languages. You know how to write feedback that resonates—clear, constructive, and focused on helping people improve.
3. Mentorship & Team Development (20%)
- Expand specialist capabilities: Help backend specialists learn to contribute to the forms-engine. Support frontend experts in understanding FastAPI patterns.
- Accelerate junior developers: Pair on complex problems. Explain the reasoning behind patterns like DataState. Connect architectural choices to implementation details and performance implications.
- Identify and address gaps: Recognize when someone is struggling with a technology and provide targeted support—training, pair programming, or guidance through architectural decisions.
- Create growth opportunities: Stretch the team into new areas. A backend engineer working on their first Terraform contribution. A frontend specialist implementing an AWS Lambda authorizer.
- What this requires: Genuine investment in people's growth. You've walked developers through major transitions (generalist to specialist, specialist to full-stack, or into new technology areas). You understand that team strength grows when individuals expand their capabilities.
4. Stakeholder Communication & Technical Leadership (10%)
- Explain to diverse audiences: Translate architectural choices and trade-offs for product managers, executives, and business stakeholders. Connect \"optimizing DynamoDB queries\" to \"improving form submission latency by 30%.\"
- Shape technical direction: Contribute the engineering perspective on feasibility, risk, and what unlocks future capabilities.
- Support release confidence: You understand the code changes, comprehend the risks, and know what to monitor. You can stand behind releases.
Required Qualifications
Technical Skills
Frontend (Production Experience)
- 5+ years of Angular (including handling version migrations, optimizing change detection, and guiding teams through reactive patterns)
- Strong TypeScript skills with generics, discriminated unions, and strict mode
- RxJS depth: You understand hot vs. cold observables, unsubscription patterns, and can identify potential memory issues in reviews
- NgRx state management: You've designed stores at scale, optimized selectors, and evaluated architectural implications
- CSS Grid & Responsive Design: You can assess component hierarchy and layout decisions
- Material Design: You've worked within it and know when and how to extend it
Backend (Production Experience)
- 5+ years of Python (async/await, type hints, data modeling)
- FastAPI production experience: session management, dependency injection, middleware
- SQL and ORMs (SQLAlchemy): You write efficient queries and review them critically
- AWS services: Understanding of Lambda behavior, IAM least-privilege patterns, VPC networking
- REST API design: Versioning, error handling, idempotency
- Testing frameworks: pytest, testing st
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
