Lead Software Engineer - HR Self-Service

Publix Super Markets Inc

Lakeland, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Analysis, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Management, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, DevOps, Docker, Enterprise Applications, GitHub, Integration Testing, Mentoring, Microservices, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Windows Azure, Model View Controller, On Call, Operational Support, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Production Systems, REST (Representational State Transfer), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Service-Oriented Architecture (fka Distributed Object Architecture), Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, System Integration (SI), Technical Delivery, Telerik, Test Strategy, Unit Test, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Lakeland, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or another analytical discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of experience analyzing complex business problems and delivering scalable enterprise technology solutions
  • Expertise across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Strong experience developing and supporting enterprise applications using C# (.NET), Razor Pages, Telerik/Kendo controls, and modern UI frameworks
  • Extensive experience with SQL Server and enterprise data management
  • Deep understanding of design patterns and architectural frameworks, including microservices, REST APIs, and service-oriented architectures
  • Proven experience integrating multiple systems using various interface patterns, including APIs, messaging, and file-based integrations
  • Lead the design and development of enterprise applications using .NET 10, MVC, and modern backend/service patterns.
  • Architect and implement microservices-based solutions with strong focus on scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
  • Drive engineering excellence using GitHub Copilot, Visual Studio 2026, and AI-assisted or "vibe coding" workflows where appropriate.
  • Build, deploy, and support containerized workloads using Docker and Azure cloud services, including AKS.
  • Partner with DevOps teams to establish and improve CI/CD pipelines, release processes, infrastructure automation, and operational readiness.
  • Strong experience designing and implementing unit and integration testing strategies
  • Strong understanding of performance optimization, scalability, resiliency, and operational support in enterprise environments
  • Experience supporting production systems and participating in operational support activities
  • Experience working within Agile and Scrum development environments
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical decision-making skills
  • Experience mentoring and guiding software engineers while remaining hands-on in complex development efforts
  • Ability to provide after-hours and on-call support for assigned systems

About the Company

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Publix Super Markets Inc

Come join a company that has built its reputation on providing premier customer service. For years, Publix has been the top-ranking supermarket chain in the nation on the American Customer Satisfaction Index. Publix has 180,000 associates and more than 1,100 stores across the southeastern United States. Our support system of manufacturing plants, distribution centers and corporate offices are expanding to serve that growth.

Come join a company that treats associates as family. Thanks to our founder, George Jenkins, all eligible associates are shareholders in Publix. Our annual survey of associates shows strong job satisfaction. Many in our family stay with us for more than 20 years. No wonder we have been on Fortune magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list 19 consecutive years!

Come join a company that is financially sound, ethically strong, environmentally responsible, and committed to diversity in all respects.
Benefits:
Come join a company that offers benefits to help you grow financially. Publix offers the following to all eligible associates:
  • Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
  • An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Group health plan (with prescription benefits)
  • Group dental plan
  • Group vision plan
  • Sick pay
  • Long-term disability pay
  • Company-paid life insurance (with accidental death & dismemberment benefits)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vacation pay
  • Paycheck direct deposit option
  • Credit union
  • Access to over 50 discount offers including discounts on computer, vehicle and wireless purchases
Publix is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1930
WEBSITE
http://www.publix.com/