Herc Holdings
Application Development Lead
We are seeking a highly skilled Java Application Developer Lead to become a key part of our IT team. This role plays a crucial part in Herc Rentals' digital transformation, focusing on customer-facing systems such as eCommerce platforms, ERP integrations, telematics systems, and AI initiatives. The Application Developer Lead will guide a team of developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with a passion for innovation and the ability to lead projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What you will do... Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and implementation of application solutions within one of our key product areas. Team Management: Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Project Management: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope, reporting progress to senior management. Development Oversight: Oversee frontend, backend, and cloud development efforts, ensuring scalability, performance, and security of applications. Customer-Facing Systems: Enhance and maintain customer-facing applications, improving user experience and functionality. ERP Integration: Collaborate on integrating ERP systems to streamline business processes and data flow. Telematics and AI Initiatives: Support the development of telematics systems and AI projects focused on imaging and defect recognition. Quality Assurance: Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices. Innovation: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending and implementing innovative solutions. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes, architectures, and project specifications. Technical Expertise (Must-Haves) Familiarity with AWS: Extensive experience with AWS cloud services, including deployment, management, and scaling of applications. Proficiency in Java and .NET: Strong hands-on experience in both Java and .NET frameworks for application development. Experience with eCommerce Platforms: Solid understanding of customer-facing web applications and eCommerce systems. ERP Systems Integration: Proven experience in integrating ERP systems to optimize business processes. Frontend and Backend Development: Proficient in modern frontend technologies (e.g., JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular) and backend technologies. Microservices Architecture: Experience in designing and implementing microservices using open-source technologies. Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes. Messaging Systems: Experience with messaging and event-driven architectures. Software Development Methodologies: Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and mentor a development team. Strong project management skills with experience in coordinating cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively. Passionate about technology and continuous improvement. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work. Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AI and machine learning applications. Familiarity with telematics systems and IoT technologies. Experience working with offshore development teams. Knowledge of security best practices and data protection. Experience in the automotive or equipment rental industry. Familiarity with mobile application development. Conditions of Employment: Ability to travel up to 10% Must have strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Understanding of responsive and adaptive interface design. Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Pay Range: Based on qualifications Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following: Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Flex spending and health savings accounts Virtual Health Visits 24 Hour Nurse Line Healthy Pregnancy Program Tobacco Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Building Your Financial Future 401(k) plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Program Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days) Paid parental leave. Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Group Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Nearest Major Market: Fort Myers Nearest Secondary Market: Cape Coral
We are seeking a highly skilled Java Application Developer Lead to become a key part of our IT team. This role plays a crucial part in Herc Rentals' digital transformation, focusing on customer-facing systems such as eCommerce platforms, ERP integrations, telematics systems, and AI initiatives. The Application Developer Lead will guide a team of developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with a passion for innovation and the ability to lead projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. What you will do... Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and implementation of application solutions within one of our key product areas. Team Management: Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Project Management: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope, reporting progress to senior management. Development Oversight: Oversee frontend, backend, and cloud development efforts, ensuring scalability, performance, and security of applications. Customer-Facing Systems: Enhance and maintain customer-facing applications, improving user experience and functionality. ERP Integration: Collaborate on integrating ERP systems to streamline business processes and data flow. Telematics and AI Initiatives: Support the development of telematics systems and AI projects focused on imaging and defect recognition. Quality Assurance: Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices. Innovation: Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending and implementing innovative solutions. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes, architectures, and project specifications. Technical Expertise (Must-Haves) Familiarity with AWS: Extensive experience with AWS cloud services, including deployment, management, and scaling of applications. Proficiency in Java and .NET: Strong hands-on experience in both Java and .NET frameworks for application development. Experience with eCommerce Platforms: Solid understanding of customer-facing web applications and eCommerce systems. ERP Systems Integration: Proven experience in integrating ERP systems to optimize business processes. Frontend and Backend Development: Proficient in modern frontend technologies (e.g., JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular) and backend technologies. Microservices Architecture: Experience in designing and implementing microservices using open-source technologies. Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes. Messaging Systems: Experience with messaging and event-driven architectures. Software Development Methodologies: Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and mentor a development team. Strong project management skills with experience in coordinating cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively. Passionate about technology and continuous improvement. High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work. Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AI and machine learning applications. Familiarity with telematics systems and IoT technologies. Experience working with offshore development teams. Knowledge of security best practices and data protection. Experience in the automotive or equipment rental industry. Familiarity with mobile application development. Conditions of Employment: Ability to travel up to 10% Must have strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Understanding of responsive and adaptive interface design. Commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Pay Range: Based on qualifications Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following: Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Flex spending and health savings accounts Virtual Health Visits 24 Hour Nurse Line Healthy Pregnancy Program Tobacco Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Building Your Financial Future 401(k) plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Program Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days) Paid parental leave. Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Group Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Nearest Major Market: Fort Myers Nearest Secondary Market: Cape Coral