Lead Full Stack Engineer
About Thesis Elements At Thesis Elements, we are focused on helping organisations simplify complexity and operate more effectively through modern, scalable software solutions. Our platform is designed to simplify and modernise the student journey for mid-market institutions across the US and Canada. We go beyond traditional SIS providers bringing together a team of collaborators, problem-solvers, and change-makers focused on delivering real impact. Our mission is simple: enable institutions to focus on what matters most: their students. As a growing, international organisation, we combine deep domain expertise with a collaborative, people-first culture. We believe that great outcomes come from empowered teams, strong relationships, and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful, lasting impact. Role Description We’re looking for a hands-on Lead Full Stack Developer to join our Thesis Elements engineering team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll lead and mentor a small team of Full Stack Developers based across the US and LATAM, guiding them to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that power our growing product suite. This role blends leadership with technical delivery, you’ll manage performance, foster collaboration, and ensure alignment with strategic goals, while still getting hands-on to design, build, and enhance our platform. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll help deliver innovative capabilities both within the core product and as part of our integration suite. Role Requirements Extensive experience in software development of large, web-based software products (preferably SaaS), using Scrum or Agile frameworks. Experience developing full stack in an agile environment. Experience designing and using Azure components such as App Services and Azure SQL. Experience designing, analysing and improving Azure configurations such as data factories. Experience in a leading, mentoring or management role. A strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle in Agile environments. Experience with Azure DevOps. Experience applying AI and data to improve products and ways of working. Role Responsibilities Lead and mentor a small team of software developers, holding regular 1-1s and supporting their growth and performance. Drive technical excellence designing, developing, and enhancing our product and integrations to a high standard. Ensure DevOps work items are updated and sprint goals are delivered predictably. Collaborate on technical planning, architecture alignment and resolution of client escalations. Contribute to elaboration, planning and sprint ceremonies to keep the team on track. Champion the adoption of AI-powered developer tools within the team, identifying opportunities to improve code quality, delivery velocity and test coverage. Evaluate and integrate AI tooling into the engineering workflow, ensuring responsible and secure usage in line with Thesis data and security policies. Model and embed AI-augmented ways of working, coaching team members to use AI effectively as part of everyday development practice. US Benefits Competitive Base Salary Work from home allowance to contribute towards your monthly bills Annual Discretionary Bonus/Sales Commission Plan Retirement Plan. Thesis matches 50% of employee contributions up to a maximum of 6% of base salary contributions Enjoy flexible, trust-based time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance Medical Plan Health Spending Account Dental & Vision Coverage Life Insurance Disability Coverage EAP Enhanced Family Leave policies Why work for us? We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to making Thesis a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in continuous improvement and are making changes to ensure that all voices are heard, supported, and celebrated. Our work doesn't stop at hiring, we provide every employee with training, support, and development throughout their career. We have a family first culture with enthusiastic colleagues who like to support and learn from each other. This is supported by our unlimited annual leave/vacation policy in addition to our very competitive benefits package. We work fully remotely around the globe and support flexible working in terms of hours and patterns. This opportunity is a chance to participate in the development of an international software firm. At Thesis, you genuinely have the freedom and autonomy to be successful, whilst we also invest in your personal and professional growth.