Job Description
Join our dynamic team at NexusTech Partners as a contract Software Engineer and enjoy the flexibility of daily pay! We're seeking innovative talent to build cutting-edge solutions for Fortune 500 clients. This role offers remote-first collaboration with bi-weekly on-site meetups in our downtown Chicago hub. Experience agile development in a startup environment with enterprise-level resources. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable microservices using Node.js and Python
- Optimize database performance (PostgreSQL/Redis) for high-traffic applications
- Write clean, testable code following CI/CD best practices
- Collaborate with UX designers to build responsive React interfaces
- Troubleshoot production issues using cloud monitoring tools
- Mentor junior engineers during pair programming sessions
- Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint planning ceremonies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional software development experience
- Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and at least one backend language
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
- 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