Framework Developer Lead

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. CLA is growing and seeking to hire an experienced Framework Developer Lead to join our talented Information Technology team. The position offers growth, flexibility and a collaborative work environment. In this position you should have the following; excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels. Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment. Most important, demonstrate a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. This role combines the functions of a Development Lead with framework engineering responsibilities for all CLA environments. In addition, this role will lead the strategy and vision for the Framework Engineering Team. This role ensures efficient development, stable framework design, and thorough monitoring and tooling.

Framework Developer Lead role

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of core application frameworks to support business needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and other developers, to define technical requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Establish and promote best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and software development methodologies.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical oversight and support for professional development.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure the quality, performance, and security of application frameworks.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to enhance efficiency and capability of development processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to framework architecture and application integration.
• Document framework designs, architecture decisions, and development processes for future reference and team knowledge sharing.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize a consistent framework development approach across products/projects to improve all phases of the process and ensure end-to-end quality, reporting and dashboards across functions.
• Manage and oversee the framework team velocity, issues, risks and bottlenecks and related projects.

What you will need

• 5 years of relevant experience required
• 6 years of relevant experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree or a combination of relevant experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git and command line interface
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell) and YAML markup
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GC
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, or Jenkin
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
• Familiarity with Azure Boards or similar work management systems such as Jira or GitLab Issues
• Strong understanding of cloud computing and containerization technologies
• Solid grasp of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools.

Wellness at CLA

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About CLA

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.

Wellness at CLA

Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional wellbeing. Click here to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CLA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights.

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