Lead Software Engineer

Genworth

. Lead modernization of the Assessment platform .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $120,900 - $187,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and implementing modern Assessment platforms using TypeScript, React, and GraphQL, while leading technical design discussions and mentoring engineering teams. Proven ability to establish coding standards, improve system performance, and deliver scalable solutions for B2B and B2C use cases.

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Expert-Level Proficiency In TypeScriptExperience Designing And Consuming GraphQL APIsStrong Knowledge Of CI/CD PipelinesHands-On Experience With PostgreSQL And MongoDBProven Success Delivering Large-Scale Platforms

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Hard Skills

TypeScriptNode.jsReactReact NativeFlutterGraphQLPostgreSQLMongoDBCI/CD PipelinesB2B APIs

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentorshipCollaborationProblem-SolvingContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

DevSecOps PracticesMobile Application DeliveryAsynchronous SystemsMessaging ArchitecturesPayment Systems

Industry Keywords

Assessment PlatformB2B Use CasesB2C Use CasesArchitectural PatternsQuality Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidFlutterGraphQLiOSJavaScriptKotlinMongoDBNext.jsNode.jsPostgresReactReact NativeSwiftTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead modernization of the Assessment platform
Architect and implement a modern Assessment platform using TypeScript, React, React Native, Flutter, and GraphQL
Establish and champion engineering practices for modular, scalable, resilient, and flexible systems
Define and enforce coding standards, architectural patterns, and quality metrics
Lead technical design discussions and perform code reviews
Provide hands-on guidance, technical leadership, and mentorship across the engineering team
Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevSecOps practices
Contribute to platform hosting, deployment, and runtime strategies
Deliver a production-ready Assessment platform supporting B2B and B2C use cases
Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability across web and mobile platforms
Own the technical vision and architecture of the Assessment platform
Make technology, architectural trade-off, and implementation decisions
Identify and address technical risks, scalability challenges, and architectural gaps
Partner with Product Managers and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
Collaborate with engineering, mobile, web, shared services, security, infrastructure, and operations teams
Mentor and coach engineers and foster continuous improvement
Enable scalable assessments, integrations, and transaction volumes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
10+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant portion in senior, staff, or principal-level roles
Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, React, React Native, Flutter, Swift, and Kotlin
Strong experience designing and consuming GraphQL and REST-based APIs
Deep understanding of database design and performance, with hands-on experience using PostgreSQL and MongoDB
Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and contributing to DevSecOps practices
Strong knowledge of mobile application delivery across iOS and Android, including release and store lifecycle management
Familiarity with event-driven and asynchronous systems, including messaging and queue-based architectures
Experience integrating with third-party platforms such as SSO providers, payment systems, and eCommerce services
Proven success delivering large-scale, high-impact platforms in production environments
Experience building B2B APIs, B2B portals, and assessment or transaction-based systems
Hands-on experience with real-time or near-real-time systems, including video or communication platforms
Experience building and operating mobile applications with demonstrated adoption and quality outcomes
Track record of partnering effectively with product, design, and business stakeholders to deliver meaningful results
Equivalent practical experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree
This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship
Applicants must reside in Virginia for Richmond in-office consideration or in an eligible state/location under Eastern or Central Standard Time: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington DC, Vermont, West Virginia, or Wisconsin

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services
Bonus incentive plan eligibility