Job Description
Join NexusTech Innovations' dynamic engineering team in Chicago and shape the future of cloud-native SaaS solutions. We're seeking a passionate Senior Software Engineer to architect scalable backend systems while mentoring junior developers. Our collaborative culture values innovation, work-life balance, and cutting-edge tech stack including Go, Kubernetes, and AWS.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement microservices using Go and gRPC
- Lead CI/CD pipeline optimization with Terraform and Jenkins
- Mentor 2-3 junior engineers through pair programming and code reviews
- Drive performance optimization for distributed systems handling 10M+ daily transactions
- Collaborate with Product Managers to translate requirements into technical specs
- Contribute to open-source projects and patent-pending innovations
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in backend development with Go or Java
- Expertise in cloud architectures (AWS/GCP) and container orchestration
- Strong background in distributed systems and database design (PostgreSQL/Redis)
- Proven track record of mentoring junior engineers
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues