Welcome to a career that is built to last.

At Interstates, we look for people who are collaborative, dependable, and built with integrity, because a career with us means you're joining our family. Interstates is growing and is seeking a Lead Software Developer to join our Software Development Team. The Lead Software Developer will be responsible for leading the team in applying design patterns and principles to new and existing code, owning the estimating and execution of software scope of projects, and providing coaching and training to other developers. If you are an Lead Software Developer who wants to be a part of a world-class team, that is focused on making a difference and pursuing a better way, then check out the job posting below!

Who We Are

Thrive in a Values-Driven Environment

Our core values were engineered to build relationships that make a dierence in the lives of our teams, clients, and community. What do our values mean to you?
* Dependability
* Integrity
* Trust
* Quality
* Family

Company Culture that Puts You First

We promote an environment of caring co-workers that treat each other like family. We vow to uphold excellent safety standards and foster supportive teams that put you and your family rst. At Interstates, this means:
* Being treated and valued as a person
* Providing opportunities for education and personalized careers paths leading to professional growth
* Having a exible schedule that allows you to balance your personal life with work
* Receiving opportunities for team engagement through social gatherings
* Supporting charities and the community with Interstates-sponsored events

What Drives Us

For seventy years, our people-centered approach has empowered us to navigate complex challenges and develop innovative solutions for our clients. Our 'why' gives us direction and motivation. It has guided us to where we are today. We are driven to provide opportunities for our people, make a dierence with our clients and communities, and pursue a better way.

While every day is a little unique, to check out a day in the life with Interstates.

Prosper at Interstates

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan and functionally design significant portions of a database driven application
• Choose appropriate design patterns and architectures based on scope and client needs
• Apply SOLID and clean-coding principles to new and existing code
• Manage projects while leading a team of developers
• Review and provide feedback on team members' code
• Lead by example, writing high-quality code and coaching others on coding practices
• Oversee installation and start-up of a software application and database driven applications on customers' sites
• Provide knowledgeable direction to Interstates customers on design and implementation of software and database solutions
• Other duties may be assigned

Education and/or Experience:

• 2- or 4-year degree in computer science, software development, or related technical field
• 5+ years' experience in software and/or database development
• Proven experience managing projects and leading small or medium-sized development teams
• Proven experience applying SOLID and clean-coding principles to new and existing code
• Knowledge and experience with the Microsoft stack and related technologies:

• Data persistence and transmission technologies: SQL databases, XML, JSON
• Intermediate knowledge of OPC communication
• Intermediate knowledge of HMI/PLC interactions

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and relationship-building skills
• Experience in the following (or closely related) technologies a plus:

• Database design in normalized and denormalized database
• Integration between Software, Databases, and Control systems
• HMI (Human Machine Interface)
• PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
• Interfacing between ERP systems and shopfloor
• C# and web development

Benets You Can Depend On

In addition to highly competitive pay and quality benets, Interstates strives to oer opportunities for education and career development, empowering you to have a career that's built to last. Some of our benets include:

• Competitive pay
• Bonus incentives
• 401(k)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Advancement Opportunities
  
  

Location and Travel

This position and individual must be located and based out of our Sioux Falls, SD, or Sioux Center, IA office and the amount of travel will vary according to business requirements (may be up to 25%). This is an in person role not remote.

Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug-free work environment.