Job Title: Lead Developer (Team Lead)Department: Public Safety (Identity Management)Reports to: General Manager: Identity ManagementContract Type: Fixed-Term (January 2025 – March 2026)Summary of the RoleThe Lead Developer (Team Lead) plays a central role in all technical aspects related to solutions delivered or aligned (Pre-Sales) within the Business Unit. This role involves leading a team of technical resources through Pre-Sales, Delivery, and Post-Sales Support stages.

Pre-Sales

• Assist in developing proposals, including preliminary designs/architectures, schedules, and cost attributions.
• Interact with customers to finalize technical and functional requirements.
• Lead the technical design, development, and implementation of demonstration and Proof of Concept / Proof of Value solutions.

Implementation, Technical, and Software Development

• Take the lead in ratifying technical designs.
• Design, develop, test, and implement new software programs and solutions aligned with organizational goals and strategies through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Test, maintain, and recommend improvements to existing supported solutions.
• Provide clear and regular communication on project progress.

Team Management and Strategic Support

• Manage technical team resources effectively.
• Operate within a government-secure environment and maintain necessary security clearances.
• Ensure confidentiality of all customer data.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Business Unit.
• Stay up-to-date with technological advancements in the industry.

Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, utilizing sound judgment.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a high-pressure ICT environment with relevant industry certifications.
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing biometric systems, including:
  • Programming Languages: C#, C++, Java.
  • Web Development: ASP.net / Blazor / Razor / Angular.
  • REST API Development.
  • Database Interaction: Linq, SQL / PL/SQL, stored procedures, triggers, and DB functions.
  • Full-Stack Development and systems integration (including third-party providers and hardware integration).
• Proven experience deploying complex biometric solutions (advantageous).

Technical Skills

• Knowledge and experience in:
  • Server Hardware Environments.
  • Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows and UNIX.
  • Database Technologies:
    • Oracle
    • MSSQL
    • MySQL
  • Storage and Backup Solutions.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively and manage resources effectively.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.