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Software Developer - Team Lead

Provo, United States

About the Role

We're seeking a Software Developer Team Lead to head development efforts for one of our product lines at Quilt. This role blends hands-on coding with team leadership and strategic guidance. You'll be responsible for overseeing the technical direction of the product, managing a small team of 3 developers, and ensuring best practices are followed across the stack. This role will involve writing in full-stack PHP.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Collaboration

Lead and mentor a team of 3 developers
Manage sprint planning, task allocation, and code reviews
Foster a culture of clean code, maintainability, and continuous improvement
Work closely with the product team to prioritize and scope features

Engineering & Architecture

Write, review, and maintain high-quality code across the stack
Ensure backend services (built in PHP 8.1 using CakePHP) are efficient, secure, and scalable
Build and maintain modern frontend features using Vue.js
Identify and implement development best practices and coding standards
Guide CI/CD, deployment workflows, and version control processes

Project Oversight

Own the release cycle—ensure updates ship on time and with quality
Track technical debt and plan for refactors and architectural improvements
Stay up to date with evolving PHP and JS ecosystem trends to keep the platform modern

Tech Stack

Backend: PHP 8.1, CakePHP
Frontend: Vue.js (Composition API or Options API, depending on current setup)
Database: MySQL
Infrastructure: Apache, Linux
Tools: Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, Docker (if applicable)

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with PHP and MySQL in production environments
2+ years of experience leading development teams or acting as a senior/lead developer
Strong experience with CakePHP (v3+ ideally)
Proficient in modern Vue.js (2.x or 3.x) and frontend tooling
Deep understanding of MVC architecture, REST APIs, and application lifecycle
Comfortable managing release processes, PR reviews, and team workflows
Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

Bonus Experience

Background in managing remote or hybrid teams
Familiarity with scheduling platforms, e-commerce systems, or ERP software
Experience with test-driven development, integration testing, and QA workflows
Passion for diving or knowledge of the diving industry

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k Opportunity with Company Match
Opportunity to shape the architecture and processes of a growing platform
A small, focused team that values clean design, open communication, and quality code

Location: On-site; Provo, Utah

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

About Quilt Software

Ever wondered how your favorite local shops compete with the big guys? That's where we come in. We're Quilt Software, providing Main Street's unsung heroes – from quirky cheese shops to family-run jewelry stores – with the tools they need to compete. Last year, we helped 14,000+ shops make over $2 billion in sales with our family of industry-specific software solutions.

If you get a kick out of supporting local businesses, love great software, and want to be part of a company that's powering Main Street, we'd love to chat. Come join us in our quest to keep local retail not just alive, but thriving!

Notice - Employment Scams
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