Fullstack Developer

About The Company
Founded in 2009, Theodo has established itself as a leader in digital innovation, partnering with companies to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge digital products. Renowned for projects such as the TF1+ platform, LCL Pro application, and France Identité Numérique, Theodo leverages the latest technologies and a Lean approach to deliver impactful solutions. Over the past 15 years, Theodo has experienced remarkable growth, expanding its team to over 850 passionate software engineers dedicated to technological excellence and continuous improvement. With a projected revenue of 100 million euros in 2025, Theodo continues to drive innovation and excellence in the digital space.

Within its GovTech division, Theodo specializes in supporting public sector clients, including ministries, local authorities, and major public operators. The company focuses on creating accessible, sustainable, and socially beneficial digital products that enhance public service quality. Theodo's mission is rooted in using digital technology to increase the efficiency of public action and improve the daily lives of citizens, public agents, and organizations.

About The Role
We are seeking a talented Lead Developer to join Theodo GovTech team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of digital projects tailored for the public sector, emphasizing user accessibility, sustainability, and societal impact. As a Lead Developer, you will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, ensuring high-quality architecture and code, and maintaining strong client relationships. You will work on complex features and system designs, ensuring they are feasible and aligned with project goals. Your expertise will help guide the development team, coach junior engineers, and uphold best practices through methodologies like code reviews and pair programming.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, participating in routine meetings such as backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, and project reviews to ensure client satisfaction. Your leadership will also involve mentoring your team, fostering a collaborative environment, and supporting the professional growth of software engineers. This role offers opportunities for career advancement into senior architecture, community leadership, or intrapreneurship within the group, depending on your interests and aspirations.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of professional experience in software development
• At least 1 year of experience in a Tech Lead or equivalent leadership role
• Proficiency in complex web technologies, including front-end, back-end, databases, and infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong focus on code quality and architecture simplicity
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Knowledge of public sector challenges, accessibility standards, or experience working on public projects (bonus)
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to model complex issues and solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build client relationships and facilitate team collaboration
• Good pedagogical skills for explaining technical concepts clearly and effectively

Responsibilities

• Ensure the successful delivery of projects, maintaining high standards of quality and architecture
• Design and develop complex features, ensuring they are feasible for development teams
• Maintain and improve the quality of code and architecture through methodologies like code reviews and routines
• Act as the main contact point for clients, ensuring their satisfaction and understanding of project progress
• Participate actively in client meetings such as backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Mentor and coach Software Engineers, fostering their professional growth through routines like pair programming and code review
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings with team members to support their development and address challenges
• Promote best practices in software development and architecture within the team
• Stay updated on technological trends and contribute to the technical community within the company

Benefits

• Participation in a dynamic and innovative environment with cross-entity career opportunities
• Personal coaching sessions with internal coaches to support career development
• Engagement in social projects through the Theodo Foundation, such as Ada Tech School and Code Phoenix
• Monthly team events, keynote sessions, and an annual company retreat
• Employee stock ownership plan to share in the group's success
• Performance-based bonus linked to company growth
• Budget for equipment (laptops, smartphones, accessories)
• Five weeks of paid leave plus 8 to 12 RTT days annually
• Health insurance coverage at 50%
• Swile meal card for daily expenses
• Priority access to childcare facilities and assistance programs

Equal Opportunity

At Theodo, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and drives innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or beliefs. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent, and based solely on skills and experience. We strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.