At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, we’ve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car dealers. AFC’s finance solutions work with more than 12,000 independent dealerships across North America freeing up cash flow to give them more time to focus on building their business. Our solutions amplify purchasing power so dealers can stock their dealership lot with vehicles their customers seek. Learn more about AFC, here: https://www.autofinance.com/

AFC is proud to be a subsidiary of OPENLANE. AFC's core business complements the other business units within the OPENLANE group of companies. For more information, visit https://corporate.openlane.com/.

AFC’s Core Values

Elevating Relationships. We connect deeply with our customers - celebrating their wins and supporting their struggles as if they were our own.

We believe that “passion is our superpower” and that every success is built upon the commitment and perseverance of our employees.

Vision-driven. We look ahead to the bigger picture so our customers can be prepared; after all, their success is our destination.

Dedicated to You. We demonstrate value and appreciation by recognizing and validating each other’s efforts. We stand committed to the success of our customers.

Location: Remote with limited travel to Carmel, Indiana.

About Our Candidate

Are you driven by a desire to shape the future of technology? Do you have a powerful vision for software architecture and a passion for innovation? Are you eager to lead and inspire a team to achieve extraordinary results?

We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled Software Engineering leader to join our dynamic team. We thrive on collaboration, accountability, and ownership, and we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We are a CloudFirst, API First, Micro Service-based technology team deeply involved in AI advancements.

We are not just evolving; we are revolutionizing. We have moved beyond traditional methodologies like SaFE and are forging our own path. We embrace agile principles but adapt them to maximize efficiency and innovation. We are laser-focused on building exceptional software that delights our customers and sets industry standards.

Ignite Your Success: What We're Looking For

Think Smart, Lead Fearlessly: You possess exceptional critical thinking and a foundational grasp of first-principles thinking.
Architect for the Future: You have a deep understanding of architectural patterns, including Event-Driven, Domain-Driven, API First, Cloud First, and Clean Code principles.
Technical Leadership in Modernizing legacy code stacks: : You have a deep AWS and microservice architecture experience to modernize legacy codebases through event-driven design.
AI Tool Proficiency: You are fluent in using AI tools like CoPilot, AWS Q, Cline, or Anthropic to accelerate development.
Cloud Champion: You have extensive experience in Cloud First architecture and development (AWS preferred).
Proven Success Builder: You have a proven track record of delivering high-quality enterprise solutions.
Scalability Expert: You are experienced with large, complex, and highly scalable systems.
Tech Stack Dynamo: You possess expertise in TypeScript, Node.js, Angular, Serverless, and fluency in OO languages (Java or C#), SQL, and databases.
Agile Advocate: You have strong experience in agile software development processes and the ability to adapt them for optimal results.
CI/CD Savvy: You are familiar with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools like Azure DevOps and Git.
7+ Years of Impact: You have a minimum of 7 years of experience in technical areas, with a focus on leadership and vision.
Inspire & Drive: You have the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals.

Supercharge Your Application: Preferred Skills That Stand Out

AI Innovator: You're at the forefront of AI, actively using tools like CoPilot, AWS Q, Cline, and Anthropic to drive cutting-edge solutions.
Test Automation: You champion Test Automation and Behavior Driven Development to ensure top-notch quality.
DevOps: You're proficient in Azure DevOps for seamless work management and CI/CD (ADO Pipelines).
GitHub: You're an expert in GitHub for efficient source control management.
Communication: You have exceptional communication skills and a dedication to building robust, "Rugged Software."
Low-Code Explorer: You have familiarity or experience with Appian or other low-code/no-code solutions.
FinTech: Familiarity with the FinTech/accounting space is a plus.

Education/Experience

Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical areas.
Supervisory experience is preferred.
Bachelor's degree preferred.

What We Offer

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match
Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
Paid maternity and paternity leave (US)
Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D (US)
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer
Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs
Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement