Job Description
Join NexusTech Innovations' award-winning engineering team in Chicago's vibrant River North district! We're revolutionizing fintech solutions and seeking a passionate Senior Software Engineer to architect scalable cloud applications. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and hybrid work flexibility while collaborating with industry leaders. This is your opportunity to shape cutting-edge products used by millions of users worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-availability microservices using AWS and Kubernetes
- Mentor junior developers through code reviews and pair programming sessions
- Lead API development and database optimization for transactional systems
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and Jenkins
- Conduct performance testing and security audits
- Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in cloud-native application development
- Expert proficiency in Java/Spring Boot and Python
- Deep understanding of distributed systems and event-driven architecture
- AWS/Azure certification or equivalent hands-on experience
- Strong background in SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB)
- Proven track record of shipping production-ready software
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience