Job Description
Join our dynamic team at InnovateTech Solutions as we revolutionize the fintech landscape! We're urgently seeking a talented Part-Time Software Engineer to drive innovation in our Chicago headquarters. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects while earning competitive compensation and meaningful equity options in a rapidly growing startup.
Our ideal candidate thrives in collaborative environments and possesses a passion for scalable, efficient code. You'll work directly with senior engineers to architect, develop, and deploy cloud-native solutions that impact millions of users. This flexible role offers 20-30 hours/week with hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable backend services using Python and AWS
- Develop responsive front-end interfaces with React and TypeScript
- Write clean, testable code following CI/CD best practices
- Collaborate with product teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Optimize system performance and troubleshoot production issues
- Contribute to technical documentation and code reviews
- Mentor junior developers during sprint planning sessions
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional software development experience
- Expertise in Python, JavaScript, and cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
- Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
- Experience with agile methodologies and Jira/Confluence
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Portfolio demonstrating full-stack projects
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision