Lead Software Engineer

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Company: Ironwood Digital Job Location: USA,Remote Job Type: Full-time, direct hire About Ironwood Digital : Ironwood Digital is claims technology the way it should be: purposeful, precise, and designed to deliver outcomes. Where others bolt things on, we engineer them into our core systems and processes across cloud-based claims management, virtual vehicle appraisals, and elite loss and recovery services. Trusted by over 170+ P&C Carriers, MGAs, MGUs, TPAs, and logistics companies, our open architecture is built to fit how our companies work, not the other way around. Role Overview: As a Lead Software Engineer, you will drive the technical direction and excellence of our industry-leading claims engine. Because we are a growing organization with multiple high-impact teams, your specific placement will be determined by your technical expertise and our strategic initiatives. In this role, you will be expected to contribute to architecture discussions, perform thorough code reviews, and deliver high-quality, production-ready code. We look for technical leaders who thrive in an agile, remote-first environment and are passionate about mentoring others while building purposeful technology that delivers real-world results. What you’ll get: Remote working environment - your new commute is however long it takes to walk to your desk! Flexibility - empathy is ingrained in who we are and we are happy to offer a flexible PTO policy, casual dress code, and more! Development - Mentorship programs, 1-on-1 management, promote when ready culture, quarterly internal promotion opportunities, and goal setting sessions. Fun - Celebrations just because, yearly in-person and remote events, Ironwood Digital Swag, Employee Resource Groups, and more! What we are looking for: BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field 5+ years of full-stack web development experience At least 2 years of experience working with relational databases Exposure to front-end technologies and ability to contribute across the stack Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Strong technical communication skills; able to articulate complex ideas clearly Demonstrated experience solving scalability challenges and discussing them in depth Curious and proactive in understanding the systems and tools beyond surface-level frameworks Willingness to dive deep and gain expertise in at least one technical area Clear understanding of the product and business context behind their work Our tech stack: Frameworks: Ruby on Rails and React Methodology: Agile Infrastructure: MySQL, S3, Redis, Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ, Lambda, Docker, CloudFront We’re Built to Grow With You – And That Starts With How We Support You At Ironwood Digital , we know that growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it’s fueled by the right support at the right time. That’s why we’ve built a benefits experience designed to grow with you, wherever life takes you. Choose from 2 robust medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield—plus, we contribute to your HSA when you enroll in our high-deductible health plan. Offer two dental plans and one vision plan to keep you and your family healthy. Peace of mind with company-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Additional protection through voluntary benefits like Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Legal Assistance. 401(k) with a 4% company match—because your future is worth investing in. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 6 sessions per life incident to support your mental well-being. Perks That Make Growing Here Even Better: Flexible PTO and 7.5 company-observed holidays to recharge on your terms. In-person connection points throughout the year including our annual Summit and Roadshows. Ironwood Digital SWAG and surprise mailers to keep the spirit alive. Endless opportunity to shape your path—career growth, learning, and real impact are all within reach. Health and wellness campaigns that evolve with you year over year. Compensation that Grows with You For this position, the base salary range is $160,000 - $185,000. While this range serves as a guideline, your actual compensation will reflect your unique experience, skill set, and location. At Ironwood Digital , we believe growth should be rewarded—our compensation and benefits are built to evolve with you as your career does. We are currently unable to accept applications for candidates who reside in the following states: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Montana, North Dakota, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wyoming. *Please note that we are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ironwood Digital , we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but y