Lead Software Engineer

Patron Technology is actively seeking a Lead Software Engineer with a passion for solving unique problems, wearing many hats, and working in a fast paced environment. The Software Engineer's job duties will include working with a team of developers to create and launch our new DIY ticketing platform.

Sounds interesting? Let's talk.

AS A LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER, YOU WILL:

• Develop an industry-leading event ticketing and management platform
• Make architectural and platform design decisions with broad impact
• Mentor excellent programming practices in team members
• Write maintainable and well-tested code
• Help implement high-quality and long-lasting solutions to complex problems facing event organizers
• Work directly with stakeholders to understand problem scope and customer needs
• Set priorities and refine tasks and estimates while participating in sprint planning sessions, standups, and retrospectives
• Write software used at-scale by world-renowned event brands

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• 5-10 years' professional experience preferred
• Experience writing and maintaining software
• Strong understanding of PHP, Javascript and MySQL
• Experience using React Javascript Framework
• Affinity for teamwork and leadership skills
• History of working closely with Devops and Systems teams
• Strong understanding of modern software design practices
• Ability to write organized, legible, testable and efficient software
• Comfortable around a command line in a Linux-flavored environment
• Understanding of web and network security
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to take initiative to solve problems
• Communication and writing skills

BONUS POINTS:

• History of contributing to open source software
• Ability to demonstrate professional expertise with writing, blog posts, talks, or other public work