Lead Development Engineer

Tyson Foods

. Design software architecture .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeSpringdale • United StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software architecture design, development, and engineering best practices, with a strong focus on collaboration, technical documentation, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in multiple programming languages and frameworks, with a commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

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Software Architecture DesignExpert in Multiple Programming LanguagesData EngineeringTechnical Writing and DiagrammingDevOps & CICD

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Hard Skills

C/C++ in a Unix EnvironmentScripting (ksh or bash)Monitoring and AlertingDesign Patterns for Infrastructure as CodeVersion ControlUnit and Integration TestingTroubleshooting Software DefectsCode ReviewSoftware Development Best PracticesSoftware Security Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationDecision-MakingCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AIX / UnixSVN / CVSModbusMakeMotif/QT

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingWarehousingMachine IntegrationPLC IntegrationContinuous Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

QtSubversionUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design software architecture
Deliver high-complexity development tasks as part of a team
Lead and influence collaborative meetings with peers and stakeholders
Create requirements and demonstrate work with stakeholders
Document code
Establish software product engineering best practices
Review and correct others’ work
Work independently with limited supervision
Act as a team knowledge resource
Lead and define priorities for projects or processes
Identify resolutions and make timely decisions
Lead by example in designing and improving processes, procedures, and platforms
Design, code, and debug applications in various software languages or tools
Develop software solutions by studying information needs, user needs, systems flow, data usage, and work processes
Perform unit and integration testing
Maintain and improve existing codebases and peer review code changes
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define, design, and ship features
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
Write and maintain technical documentation covering development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections
Keep current with industry trends and technologies
Research technologies and tools to improve efficiency and performance
Participate in project planning, including estimating timeframes and resources
Manage tasks and deadlines for timely project delivery
Ensure software security and compliance with industry standards and regulations
Implement data protection and security measures
Interact with customers or end-users to gather requirements and provide support
Translate customer requirements into technical specifications
Improve development processes and methodologies
Engage in continuous learning and professional development
Perform other assigned job-related duties within scope

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s, Master’s Degree, or a significant amount of relevant experience
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Quantitative or Engineering Field preferred
5+ years of relevant and practical experience
Expert in multiple programming languages or software tools
Expert in multiple front-end and back-end frameworks
Expert in Data Engineering
Design patterns for Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Design patterns with Version Control, DevOps & CICD
Proficient in Monitoring and Alerting
Technical Writing and Diagramming
Analysis (Technical, Business, or Data)
C/C++ in a Unix Environment
Scripting (ksh or bash), preferably with AIX
AIX / Unix
SVN / CVS
Modbus
Make
Manufacturing / Warehousing
Machine / PLC Integration
Motif/QT
Must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future
Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Background check may be required for certain roles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Plan
No relocation assistance
Potential additional compensation including shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses
Responsible use of approved AI tools and AI-enabled work practices
Equal Opportunity Employer