Frontend Lead Developer for Emply at Paychex Europe

Emply is on an exciting growth journey to become a leading SaaS player in Human Capital Management (HCM) across Europe. We are expanding our on-site development team in Copenhagen and are seeking an experienced and ambitious Front-end Lead Developer. As a senior team member, you will be involved in hands-on coding, design, development, customization, configuration, testing, and deployment of enterprise software solutions. Additionally, you will mentor and coach colleagues while making key technical decisions. You will join a team focused on exciting technologiesEmply's team follows agile development practices for the core application, working closely with the Architect, the Product Owner/Specialist, and the Scrum Master. The primary focus is on developing an HR platform that supports the full employee journey—from recruitment to resignation—delivering a comprehensive HCM experience on a single enterprise platform.We are embarking on a significant transition to modern technologies, including microservices, containerization, and serverless architectures. This effort requires re-architecting services, rewriting applications, and learning new tools and concepts. You will play a crucial role in supporting this journey from a front-end perspective to enhance efficiency, scalability, and agility in our development processes.We are looking for a Lead Developer with hands-on experience in developing modern front-end applications using Angular. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding our transition and ensuring its successful implementation.Your responsibilitiesThis role offers great opportunities for fulfillment, professional growth, and meaningful impact. Besides your daily role in Emply, you will be part of a team of 7 Lead Developers across the Paychex family, which gives plenty of opportunity to discuss and share ideas.You will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting our browser-based product, focusing on delivering high-quality software within the Scrum framework.You will work closely with the Product Manager/Owner to design features and create comprehensive specifications, fostering effective collaboration with their talented nearshore teams in Poland and Ukraine for seamless integration.As part of your role, you will also be responsible for:Overall, your role will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, from technical leadership and development to collaboration and mentorship within the team.Our humble expectationsTo succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who possesses:Why join Emply?In addition to Emply's incredible people and mission, we strive to foster a motivating and uplifting culture. Our offices are bright and open, with locations in Denmark and Germany. We work closely across teams and encourage a social culture, believing that working together socially makes tackling challenges more enjoyable. You will work in our Østerbro office, in a team that cares about its members and enjoys a good laugh. In short, you’ll experience plenty of learning and exciting challenges in a great work environment.About Emply and Paychex EuropeEmply is a comprehensive HCM solution that combines all HR tasks into one system. Our intuitive platform supports the entire employee journey—from job advertisement to resignation—optimizing workflows for HR, leaders, and employees. The system is flexible and can be adapted to meet customer needs, with options for integration with other systems. By automating processes, Emply enhances work quality and frees up time for other key initiatives, such as strengthening organizational culture, improving employee well-being, and fostering talent development.Emply is part of Paychex Europe, a leading provider of HCM solutions. Paychex Europe is growing rapidly and expanding into the European market, constantly seeking passionate talent to join them on this exciting journey.For questions about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Jacob Borella, Lead Developer Lead, at [xxxxx] start date is as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed continuously, and we’ll hire as soon as we find the right person.