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The Technical Team Lead provides leadership direction to the technical team in the delivery of software project components and technical expertise. Collaborates with the Business Process Leads, Business SME, Functional Analysts, Project Manager, Team Manager, and developers on various projects. Focuses on application product delivery aspects.
What you will do:
Provide technical leadership for projects and serve as point of contact in collaboration with the Team Manager.
Leads Agile ceremonies in support of Gordon Agility
Develop vision for the project including identification of and agreement on problems to be solved, identification of system stakeholders, system boundaries, and the description of primary system features.
Analyze current business systems, determine scope and estimate effort for each element of scope.
Assist in designing GUI and software components.
Perform requirement analysis including determination of Actors and Use Cases and the development of Business Use Cases and Systems Use Cases.
Coordinate development efforts, coordinates and leads code reviews, and ensures compliance with quality control processes.
May construct various software components and validates completeness and quality.
Assist in monitoring project activities, defining best practices and initiating process improvements.
Provide input in hiring decisions and performance evaluations; mentor and motivate the team.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
When you will work:
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Hybrid schedule, 4 days in office in Wyoming, MI, with 1 day remote
What you’ll bring to the table:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field required
Five to eight years previous software engineering experience with one year previous leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
This position requires excellent leadership skills to mentor and motivate team members
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills to resolve problems.
Must have good time management and organizational skills.
Must have the ability to multi-task, prioritize and be able to work independently or within a team environment.
Must be able to demonstrate drive and initiative, be highly motivated toward company, team, and individual results, and be able to maintain focus on priorities.
Ability to develop solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation, and ensure solutions are consistent with organization objectives.
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
