Technology Lead, Software Engineering

Company: The Planet Group
Location: Independence, Kentucky, US
Type: Full-time
Posted: Oct 15, 2026
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Software Engineering Manager (Java/React/AWS)
Must be hands-on coding daily with Java & React (JavaScript/TypeScript)

Location: 100% Remote - Client based in EST

Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 + 15% Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent W2 position (Multiple openings)

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. This is a permanent direct hire position (W2) with our client.

We are seeking a hands-on (Java/React) Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented engineers while remaining actively involved in solution design and development. This role is ideal for a technical leader with strong full-stack Java/React expertise, cloud experience, and a passion for emerging AI technologies.

What You'll Do

* Lead, mentor, and grow a team of 3-5 software engineers (Multiple positions available)

* Drive delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications and APIs / daily coding

* Lead Product Operating Model (POM) discovery, partnering with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver innovative solutions

* Modernize legacy applications using AWS and modern architecture patterns

* Utilize AI and automation tools to improve engineering productivity

* Guide Agile delivery, technical roadmaps, and software quality initiatives


What We're Looking For

* 5+ years of hands-on Full Stack Development with Java and JavaScript/TypeScript. 5+ years Java development experience. Strong experience with Spring Boot. Strong experience with React (JavaScript / TypeScript) - Must be hands-on coding on a daily basis in current / most recent positions

* 2+ years in Technical Leadership or Management experience (while remaining a hands-on developer) - Will lead and grow a team of 3-5 team members

* Experience building and integrating APIs. AWS and cloud-native development experience. Must have experience modernizing legacy systems, migrating platforms to cloud

* Experience leading POM Discovery, gathering requirements with stakeholders, defining product features and priorities

* Strong understanding of CI/CD, software architecture, and modern engineering practices

* Experience with MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Professional experience integrating AI technologies / toolkits

Preferred Experience

* Generative AI technologies, LLMs, AI Agents, RAG, or vector databases

* OpenAI, LangChain, Hugging Face, or Amazon Bedrock

Why Join Us

* Fully remote work environment

* Competitive compensation and annual bonus

* Comprehensive benefits package

* Opportunity to lead a high-impact engineering team

* Exposure to AI-driven innovation and modern cloud technologies

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. This is a permanent direct hire position (W2) with our client.

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About the Company

Name: The Planet Group
Location: United States

The Planet Group is a company that provides staffing and recruitment services. It offers a wide range of job opportunities across various categories such as Engineering, Marketing, IT, and more. The company operates primarily in the United States and Canada, with a focus on connecting talent with employers in various industries.

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