Lead Software Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

Since 1961, Precoat Metals (www.precoat.com) has been setting the standards in the coil coatings industry worldwide. We are committed to this level of quality in both our product line and customer service, and focus our resources on investigating and implementing new coil coating technologies, developing unique coatings, ink and film systems, and designing multifaceted prints while reducing the cycle time to market. We are able to achieve this "culture of excellence" thru the hard work and talent of the people on our team.

Job Description

We’re seeking a Lead Software Engineer who combines hands-on development skills with leadership ability. In this role, you will design, develop, and modernize applications that power our operations, support our 14 production facilities, and deliver real-time solutions to customers. You’ll contribute to flagship initiatives like the Precoat Portal and CoilZone, while also helping to modernize our custom ERP system by transitioning from COBOL and Synon to modern technologies such as Go (Golang) and RPG Free.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced developer who enjoys solving complex problems, mentoring teammates, and influencing the future direction of technology. You’ll collaborate closely with IT peers, business stakeholders, and leadership to ensure solutions are reliable, scalable, and aligned with strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy applications that improve efficiency, process control, and overall business performance.
  • Lead and support modernization of legacy systems, ensuring scalable and maintainable architectures.
  • Provide mentorship, code reviews, and technical guidance to promote team growth and best practices.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to deliver solutions on time and to high standards.
  • Support application enhancements and data-driven solutions across corporate and plant operations.
  • Research and recommend new tools and technologies that improve quality, performance, and team efficiency.

Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required. Candidates with equivalent experience, transferable skills, or a strong willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

  • 10+ years of software development experience, including:
    • IBM i (AS/400): Db2, COBOL, RPG Free, Synon 2E, SQL, CL.
    • Server-side: Go, C#, .NET, Java; scalable APIs and data modeling.
    • Web/Front-end: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and modern UI/UX practices.
  • Full SDLC experience with a track record of delivering enterprise-grade applications.
  • Strong background in application modernization and integrating legacy systems with modern platforms.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies, Jira, and DevOps practices (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated testing).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Precoat Metals is a Drug Free Workplace