Lead, Software Engineering

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As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.
We're seeking a Senior/Lead Software Engineering in Quito to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact.

SUMMARY
 

We are hiring two Senior/Lead-level Full Stack Engineers with AI experience to lead the migration of an outbound EDI platform from IBM legacy systems to AWS cloud-native microservices using C#/.NET. One role will focus on integrations (EDI/X12), and the other on architecture and transformation systems.
This is a client-facing role, working closely with engineering team, contributing to architecture decisions, and mentoring a small team of engineers.

YOU WILL:
 

• Lead the design and development of scalable full stack solutions using .NET, AWS, and modern frontend/backend practices.

• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude) to accelerate development, testing, and code reviews.

• Own architecture decisions, technical documentation, and code quality standards.

• Build and optimize APIs, microservices, and data models (PostgreSQL).

• Design and implement EDI integrations (Boomi, Cleo, X12) or transformation engines depending on specialization.

• Drive CI/CD, testing, and engineering best practices.

• Collaborate directly with client stakeholders in daily ceremonies and technical discussions.

• Mentor engineers and support their growth.

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• 7+ years of full stack software engineering experience.

• 3+ years in a Tech Lead or people management role. 

• Strong experience with C# / .NET, APIs, and microservices architecture.

• Hands-on experience with AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS/SNS, RDS/Aurora).

• Solid knowledge of PostgreSQL.

• Experience with CI/CD, testing frameworks, and code quality tools.

• Advanced English (client-facing role).

• Experience with EDI/X12, Boomi, or Cleo.

• Experience designing scalable architectures or transformation engines.

• Background in supply chain, retail, or distribution.

• Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows.

• Experience with legacy system migrations (AS400/RPG).

Applicants must be authorized to work in Ecuador, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.