Thunderbird Commercial Credit, LLC, (an affiliate of World Business Lenders, LLC), stands at the forefront of innovation in the lending industry. As a startup dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions, Thunderbird is committed to providing high-quality and scalable financial platforms to its users.
Thunderbird is a U.S.based company with a 100% remote workforce.
This is a remote Contract/Consultant position. Working hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. The job requires excellent oral and written command of the English language. Resumes must be submitted in English.
**About the Job**:
**Responsibilities**:
- Lead a team of developers in the design, development, and maintenance of the Thunderbird platform, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and performant solutions.
- Oversee the website's backend development, focusing on PHP, and manage HubSpot connectivity on the frontend.
- Review and approve code submissions on GitHub, ensuring adherence to best practices and organizational standards.
- Take ownership of creating new designs and features with limited oversight, encouraging a culture of innovation within the team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, set priorities, and deliver comprehensive solutions that meet business goals.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, emerging technologies, and software development best practices.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation related to project architecture, development processes, and coding standards.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments, ensuring timely delivery of projects within budget.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team development, and providing mentorship to junior developers.
**Requirements**:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Lead Developer, with a strong background in PHP development.
- Knowledge of Zapier to manage front-end workflows.
- Strong understanding of web development processes, from the layout/user interface to relational database structures.
- Proficiency in code versioning tools, specifically GitHub, and experience in code review processes.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- A portfolio of successful projects that demonstrates the ability to manage complex web development projects from conception to delivery.
- Ability to solve technical problems after business hours if technical issues arise.
**Benefits**
- CONTRACT/CONSULTANCY POSITION
- Salary: Depending on Experience
- 11 US Paid Holidays per year
- A competitive compensation package.
