Company Overview:

At Encore Fire Protection, we are proud to be the east coast's largest full-service fire protection company, serving over 90,000 customers from Maine to Louisiana. With a team of over 2,200 dedicated employees, we provide innovative, customized fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm solutions that protect lives and properties every day. Our goal is to deliver superior experience to those who trust us to safeguard what matters most. We are passionate about continuous growth, innovation, and maintaining a culture that thrives on success and commitment to safety. Our mission? To be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen.

Position Overview: 

Focusing on web based business applications, The Lead Application Developer will be responsible for managing, developing, and producing web applications based on the needs and of our organization. This role involves hands-on interactions with application development, coding, and project management. The ideal candidate will have a talent for developing integrated, effective, efficient, and intuitive solutions in a team environment.  Previous leadership/mentoring experience in motivating team members by recognizing and encouraging positive behaviors and collaboration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define app specifications, features, life cycle, development path, resources, and project scope.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and end users to gather requirements to ensure development alignment.
• Manage, develop, code, update, and deploy web applications alongside the development team.
• Define processes and procedures in collaboration with training for any app releases.
• Ensure the health, configuration, redundancy, and security of web applications.
• Mentor other developers on technical issues and modern web development best practices.
• Participate in the analysis, definition, and scoping of new projects.
• Understand and strive to meet or exceed project milestones and deadlines.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in web app development, project management, coding, and programming client and server languages.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, PHP, CSS3, HTML5, MySQL, SQL, Nginx, Windows, Docker, Containers and Servers.
• Ability to clearly communicate and receive conceptual ideas to and from stakeholders and end users.
• Hands-on skills and knowledge base that can complement and lead a development project and team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Intermediate to advanced UI/UX design and development skills.
• Knowledge of browser compatibility and web security practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively multi-task.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with responsive design techniques.
• Knowledge of network security principles.
• Familiarity with Microsoft server proficiency and hardware configuration.
• Soft skills such as being driven, creative, flexible, and having a great personality.

What We Offer: At Encore, we’re all about creating a culture where success is celebrated. We recognize that our work makes people’s lives safer, and we reward those who contribute to our growth. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Salary: Compensation commensurate with your experience, with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses tied to your personal effectiveness and contributions to the team.
• Purpose-Driven Work Environment: We believe in working smarter, not harder. You’ll be part of a culture that values results, and we empower our team to focus on impactful work.
• Flexible Dress Code: Upon joining, you’ll receive branded Encore gear and we believe in dressing for the objective, not the occasion. Most days, you can enjoy a casual work environment, but we’ll dress up when the situation calls for it.
• Innovative Culture: We encourage a culture of experimentation and improvement. You’ll have the freedom to express your ideas and be part of a company that is always looking to improve and grow.
• Tools for Success: Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage through Blue Cross to keep you and your family healthy.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in our Fidelity 401(k) plan with a company match, helping you save for your future.
• Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000 to give you peace of mind.

Encore Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Encore Fire Protection is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Encore Fire Protection considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate based on gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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