Job Description
Join our award-winning engineering team in Chicago's vibrant tech hub! At NexusTech Solutions, we're revolutionizing fintech through cutting-edge cloud infrastructure and AI-driven platforms. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll architect scalable systems that serve millions while mentoring junior developers in our agile environment.
We offer competitive benefits including equity, flexible remote work, and professional development stipends. Our downtown office features collaborative spaces, modern amenities, and easy access to public transit.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement microservices using Java/Spring Boot on AWS
- Mentor 2-3 junior engineers through code reviews and pair programming
- Lead CI/CD pipeline optimization using Jenkins and Docker
- Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into technical specs
- Optimize database performance (PostgreSQL) and implement caching strategies
- Contribute to open-source projects and present technical findings
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in backend development with Java/Kotlin
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and containerization
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and event-driven architecture
- Proficient with Git, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Experience with fintech or high-transaction systems preferred