COMPANY OVERVIEW:

At Fisher\SMB, we are dedicated to guiding our clients through the complexities of retirement planning with expertise and care. Since our founding, we have specialized in providing retirement-focused financial strategies that support long-term security and sustainable growth. Our personalized approach combines in-depth market knowledge with a commitment to understanding each client’s unique financial goals.

As part of our team, you’ll be joining a group of professionals driven by a shared mission: to deliver exceptional service, uphold ethical standards, and contribute to our clients’ financial well sent confidence. We believe in fostering an environment where innovation, collaboration, and professional development are encouraged. If you are passionate about helping others secure their future while advancing your career in a supportive setting, Fisher\SMB is the place for you.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Platform Development Team Lead is responsible for leading and managing a high‑performing team of developers who design, build, and maintain core platforms and business‑critical applications for Fisher\SMB. This role balances hands‑on technical leadership with people and delivery management, ensuring that development work aligns with business objectives, follows best practices, and is delivered on time and with high quality.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead, coach, and mentor a team of developers, providing clear expectations, regular feedback, and development support.
Own the planning and execution of the team’s development roadmap, ensuring alignment with business priorities and platform strategy.
Define and track objectives, key results, and deliverables for the team and individual developers, ensuring commitments are met and risks are proactively managed.
Facilitate daily standups or delivery check-ins with a strong focus on predictable and transparent delivery.
Uphold and evolve coding standards, design patterns, and best practices across backend, frontend, and integration layers.
Ensure robust testing strategies (unit, integration, end‑to‑end) and quality gates are in place and followed.
Monitor progress of in‑flight work, proactively remove blockers, and adjust priorities to meet deadlines and quality targets.
Communicate status, risks, and technical tradeoffs to technology leadership in a clear and timely manner.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set clear performance expectations and objectives for team members, conduct regular one‑on‑ones, and lead formal performance reviews for employees.
Identify skills gaps on the team and partner with management to address them via training, mentoring, or hiring.
Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and practices that improve developer productivity and platform reliability.
Ensure accurate documentation of architecture, designs, APIs, and operational procedures for platform components.
Foster a collaborative, learning‑oriented culture for developer employees to share knowledge, pair program, and learn from each other.

QUALIFICATIONS:

8+ years of experience in software development, including significant experience as a Full Stack Developer.
2+ years of experience in a formal or informal technical leadership or people‑management role.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related experience.
Strong technical background across multiple areas such as back‑end services (e.g., .NET, Node.js), web UI frameworks (e.g., Angular/React), APIs/microservices, and databases.
Demonstrated experience leading teams delivering complex, multi‑system solutions using project methodologies (Scrum or Waterfall).
Proven ability to set priorities, manage multiple streams of work, and hold teams accountable to commitments and quality standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical topics for non‑technical audiences.
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with a focus on outcomes, ownership, and continuous improvement.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

At Fisher\SMB™, we are dedicated to the health, well-being, and future of our employees. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision premiums are 100% covered by the company, with flexible plan options to meet diverse needs. Preventive care is fully covered, and employees have access to an extensive provider network.
Retirement Savings: Our retirement plan offers a 50% employer match for contributions up to IRS limits, along with flexible investment options to accommodate different risk preferences.
Additional Insurance: Company-sponsored life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance to provide peace of mind.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and wellness support to help employees navigate life’s challenges.
Concierge Health Support: Access to "Ask Bennie," a dedicated healthcare concierge team to answer questions and provide guidance on health benefits.
Employee Perks and Discounts: Exclusive discounts on a range of services and products.

Join us at Fisher\SMB™ and experience a supportive environment that values your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Fisher\SMB is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

All employment decisions at Fisher\SMB are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and are dedicated to providing a fair, respectful, and accessible hiring process for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to candidates with disabilities to support their participation in the application and interview process.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description provides a summary of typical responsibilities and qualifications for this position; however, it is not intended to be exhaustive or comprehensive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, and responsibilities, duties, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This document does not create a contract of employment or alter the at-will employment relationship of Fisher\SMB.

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