Job Description
Join our award-winning engineering team at Nexus Innovations and shape the future of digital innovation. We're seeking a passionate Senior Software Engineer to architect scalable solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Based in our vibrant Chicago Loop headquarters, you'll collaborate with industry leaders while enjoying competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that champions technical excellence. Immediate start date available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance microservices using Java/Spring Boot and Node.js
- Lead CI/CD pipeline optimization using AWS DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
- Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and architecture workshops
- Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications
- Drive cloud migration projects and system scalability initiatives
- Contribute to open-source projects and technical blog publications
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional software development experience with Java and JavaScript
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and container orchestration
- Proven track record of building enterprise-grade RESTful APIs
- Strong background in database design (SQL/NoSQL) and performance tuning
- Experience with Agile methodologies and JIRA/Confluence workflows
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- Active GitHub portfolio with 3+ significant open-source contributions