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Bella Currin

IT Recruiter at IDR, Inc.
4.78
from 74 reviews
Job
Lead Software Developer
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
CONTRACT TO HIRE
TERMS: contract to hire
START DATE: 1/26/26

IDR is seeking a Lead Software Developer to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Nashville, Tennessee. This role is a hands-on, lead-level development position where you will serve as the primary engineer owning solutions end-to-end across design, development, testing, and deployment. You’ll partner closely with business stakeholders in a growing distribution organization to modernize legacy systems, build new tools, and solve complex, real-world problems that directly impact internal operations and customers.

Position Overview for the Lead Software Developer:

  • Serve as the primary, hands-on developer responsible for full lifecycle software delivery, from requirements through deployment and support
  • Design, build, and maintain applications, integrations, and reporting solutions that support internal business operations and decision-making
  • Work directly with technical leadership and business stakeholders to translate ambiguous business problems into clear, actionable technical solutions
  • Modernize and extend existing systems while also contributing to greenfield initiatives and platform transitions
  • Champion best practices around code quality, documentation, and lightweight process standards in a growing engineering function

Requirements for the Lead Software Developer:

  • 6–8+ years of professional software development experience with demonstrated ownership of end-to-end solutions
  • Strong proficiency in at least one core language such as Python, Java, or C++, plus experience working in modern cloud or platform environments
  • Proven experience gathering requirements directly from business users and communicating complex technical concepts in a clear, approachable way
  • Background working across the full SDLC, including design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance or optimization
  • Self-directed, collaborative problem solver who is comfortable operating as a solo or lead developer in a fast-growing, family-oriented organization

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
  • Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

  • 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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