Application Development Lead (Fort Myers)

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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 total revenues reaching approximately $3.6 billion. Herc Rentals parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol HRI. Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 620+ locations and has about 10,200 employees in North America as of June 30, 2025.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Application Developer Lead to become a key part of our IT team. This role plays a crucial part in Herc Rentals' digital transformation, focusing on customer-facing systems such as eCommerce platforms, ERP integrations, telematics systems, and AI initiatives. The Application Developer Lead will guide a team of developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with a passion for innovation and the ability to lead projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What you will do...

• Technical Leadership : Lead the design, development, and implementation of application solutions within one of our key product areas.
• Team Management : Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Project Management : Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope, reporting progress to senior management.
• Development Oversight : Oversee frontend, backend, and cloud development efforts, ensuring scalability, performance, and security of applications.
• Customer-Facing Systems : Enhance and maintain customer-facing applications, improving user experience and functionality.
• ERP Integration : Collaborate on integrating ERP systems to streamline business processes and data flow.
• Telematics and AI Initiatives : Support the development of telematics systems and AI projects focused on imaging and defect recognition.
• Quality Assurance : Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices.
• Innovation : Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending and implementing innovative solutions.
• Documentation : Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes, architectures, and project specifications.

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Req # : 61209

Pay Range : Based on qualifications

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

Healthy Pregnancy Program

Tobacco Cessation Program

Weight Loss Program

Building Your Financial Future

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Paid parental leave.

Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Protecting You & Your Family

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.