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Divert, Inc. is an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™. The company creates advanced technologies and sustainable infrastructure to prevent wasted food, driving social and environmental impact.
Today, the U.S. alone generates more than 100 million tons of wasted food annually, with over 50% going to landfills or incinerators. What's more, wasted food contributes 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Divert is tackling these crises head on, delivering immense progress towards eliminating wasted food through its unique solutions - from converting wasted food into renewable fuels to feeding those in need.
Lead Software Engineer
Reporting to the Director of Technology, the Lead Software Engineer will drive development of cloud-based data services, DevOps, and database management systems. With an expanding focus on understanding, processing and synthesizing data through the business, we need an experienced software leader to help us grow Divert's suite of solutions. In this player/coach role you will do this by inspiring and leveraging the unique talents of our experienced team of Software Engineers to;
Qualifications:
What Will Set You Apart...
What's In It For You?
Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Location / Work Setting: Hybrid - candidates for this position should reside within driving distance of our Concord, MA office
Please Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Divert works with the top retailers in the industry, including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, CVS, Kroger, Target, and others, and nearly 5,400 retail stores across the U.S., providing technology, logistics, and anaerobic digestion facilities to help retailers reach their sustainability goals. The company processes more than 232,000 tons of wasted food a year and, through its collaboration with some of the nation's largest food retailers and relationships with local food banks and nonprofits, Divert has facilitated the donation of more than 10 million pounds of food to people, rather than going to waste.
Having recently taken in $100 million in growth equity from global private equity firm Ara Partners, Divert is in an exciting period of growth and poised for rapid expansion of its team and business. The company is seeking incredible talent and leaders who truly embody its mission and are eager to make an immediate impact. Divert maintains a fast-paced and collaborative environment with a culture valuing technology, innovation, and work-life balance. The company is widely-recognized as a pioneer in its industry and was recently awarded the Future 5 of Boston Tech by Built-In Boston.
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Divert, Inc. is an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™. The company creates advanced technologies and sustainable infrastructure to prevent wasted food, driving social and environmental impact.
Today, the U.S. alone generates more than 100 million tons of wasted food annually, with over 50% going to landfills or incinerators. What's more, wasted food contributes 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Divert is tackling these crises head on, delivering immense progress towards eliminating wasted food through its unique solutions - from converting wasted food into renewable fuels to feeding those in need.
Lead Software Engineer
Reporting to the Director of Technology, the Lead Software Engineer will drive development of cloud-based data services, DevOps, and database management systems. With an expanding focus on understanding, processing and synthesizing data through the business, we need an experienced software leader to help us grow Divert's suite of solutions. In this player/coach role you will do this by inspiring and leveraging the unique talents of our experienced team of Software Engineers to;
- build and maintain scalable and secure software for cloud data services and operations
- lead and participate in code reviews, and drive accountability for code quality
- help develop a technical roadmap that supports the company's goals and objectives
- manage your team (4) developers through all phases of the software development lifecycle
- translate business requirements into technical objectives for the team
- act as a software development subject matter expert, as a leader and contributing developer
Qualifications:
- bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with 7-10 years of experience
- a "player-coach", able to lead a team of developers, and set a high bar for team members to follow
- strong leadership skills, independent thinking, organizational and planning abilities, and analytical and problem solving skills
- highly proficient in Python, MySQL, and software security principles
- familiar with Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
- experience in managing software development projects in the Agile methodology
- demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication
What Will Set You Apart...
- Passionate about our planet and reducing our carbon footprint
- Excellent ability to analyze data and think critically
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple complex projects in cross-functional environments
- Strong sense of urgency and initiative
- Enjoys "getting their hands dirty" by digging into complex problems
- A clear communicator with professional presence
- Has strong listening skills; open to input from other team members
What's In It For You?
- $160 - $175K annual base compensation
- Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
- 401K with Safe Harbor company match
- Life Insurance, employer sponsored
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization
Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Location / Work Setting: Hybrid - candidates for this position should reside within driving distance of our Concord, MA office
Please Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Divert works with the top retailers in the industry, including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, CVS, Kroger, Target, and others, and nearly 5,400 retail stores across the U.S., providing technology, logistics, and anaerobic digestion facilities to help retailers reach their sustainability goals. The company processes more than 232,000 tons of wasted food a year and, through its collaboration with some of the nation's largest food retailers and relationships with local food banks and nonprofits, Divert has facilitated the donation of more than 10 million pounds of food to people, rather than going to waste.
Having recently taken in $100 million in growth equity from global private equity firm Ara Partners, Divert is in an exciting period of growth and poised for rapid expansion of its team and business. The company is seeking incredible talent and leaders who truly embody its mission and are eager to make an immediate impact. Divert maintains a fast-paced and collaborative environment with a culture valuing technology, innovation, and work-life balance. The company is widely-recognized as a pioneer in its industry and was recently awarded the Future 5 of Boston Tech by Built-In Boston.
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