Senior Lead Application Developer
Primerica· Financial Services· Aug 24, 2026 · 2mo agoPosted 64 days ago
Duluth, GA
In office
Full-time
Lead
$140K–$145K
6+ years exp
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In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the second consecutive year. In 2024, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica as a Top Workplace for the eleventh consecutive year, and Forbes recognized Primerica as one of America’s Best Employers for Women for the fifth year in a row. In addition, for the tenth time Primerica has been voted a Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it’s like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”.
About this Position
The Full Stack Senior Lead Application Developer performs complex systems analysis and advanced programming across frontend and backend technology stacks. This role evaluates technical feasibility, prepares project proposals, and develops/modifies systems to meet business needs while applying secure coding, performance, and maintainability standards. The position leads projects, directs and mentors developers/contractors, and provides technical leadership across architecture, implementation, testing, release, and production support. The role works independently, collaborates with business and technical stakeholders, and keeps management informed of assignment progress, risks, and outcomes.
This salary range for this role is $140,000 - $145,000.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
The Full Stack Senior Lead Application Developer performs complex systems analysis and advanced programming across frontend and backend technology stacks. This role evaluates technical feasibility, prepares project proposals, and develops/modifies systems to meet business needs while applying secure coding, performance, and maintainability standards. The position leads projects, directs and mentors developers/contractors, and provides technical leadership across architecture, implementation, testing, release, and production support. The role works independently, collaborates with business and technical stakeholders, and keeps management informed of assignment progress, risks, and outcomes.
Core Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and support secure, scalable full-stack applications and APIs using modern engineering practices.
Lead technical solution design, architecture discussions, and proof-of-concept efforts for complex business and technology initiatives.
Collaborate with Product, Architecture, DevOps, QA, and business partners to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
Apply microservices, cloud-native, and full-stack design patterns that promote performance, maintainability, and reusability.
Conduct code reviews, enforce engineering standards, and ensure compliance with quality, testing, security, and SDLC requirements.
Troubleshoot application, integration, and deployment issues across development, testing, and production environments.
Lead cross-functional projects through planning, estimation, implementation, deployment, and operational support.
Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture artifacts, implementation plans, and release documentation.
Mentor developers, provide technical leadership, and support hiring, onboarding, and team development activities.
Participate in on-call support, audit activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education & Experience
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
6–10 years of software development experience.
Proven experience developing secure full-stack applications and leading technical initiatives.
Demonstrated success mentoring team members and driving project delivery.
Required Technical Skills
Frontend JavaScript, TypeScript, Vue.js, HTML, CSS/SASS, responsive web development.
Frontend debugging, performance optimization, and state management.
Backend Node.js, Express, NestJS, Spring Boot.
RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, API testing tools (Postman, Insomnia).
Unit and integration testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, JUnit or equivalent).
DevOps & Platforms Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher.
Linux, source control (git), CI/CD pipelines.
Messaging technologies such as Kafka and IBM MQ.
Security & Quality Secure coding practices and API security standards.
Performance tuning, troubleshooting, and test-driven development.
Added Value Experience with either Content Stack or Contentful.
FLSA status:
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):
Yes
Our Benefits: Day one health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) Plan with competitive employer match
Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off
Life and disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
Professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events
It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.
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