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  • Engineer, Sr Regulatory

    Constellation Energy 4.9company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Warrenville, IL

    Who We Are As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future. Total Rewards Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more. Expected salary range of $124,200 to $138,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k). Primary Purpose of Position Performs advanced regulatory/licensing/technical problem solving and provides analysis/insights in support of department, nuclear plant and fleet regulatory activities. Responsible for regulatory/technical decisions. Possesses excellent knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application and has detailed knowledge of applicable industry codes and regulations as well as Constellation licensing and regulatory processes. Primary Duties and Accountabilities Provide in-depth regulatory/technical expertise to develop, manage and implement regulatory analyses, activities and programs. Provide regulatory/technical expertise and consultation through direct involvement to identify and resolve regulatory issues. Provide complete task management of regulatory issues. Perform regulatory and department related tasks as assigned by supervision Accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work ensuring proper licensing basis management and assuring that standard design criteria, practices, procedures, regulations and codes are used in preparation of products. Perform independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of regulatory/technical projects and programs. Recommend new concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify operation, reduce costs, reduce regulatory burden, correct regulatory non-compliances, or comply with changes in codes or regulations. Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical degree Minimum of 6 years of professional experience Effective written and oral communication skills Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties Preferred Qualifications Previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license/certification degree Advanced technical degree or related Experience with License Renewal, Regulatory, NRC in the Nuclear industry is HIGHLY Preferred
    $124.2k-138k yearly 1d ago
  • Software Engineering Manager

    Robert Half 4.5company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Tinley Park, IL

    Day to Day This role encompasses a variety of key responsibilities, including but not limited to: Foster a collaborative and positive team culture, promoting open communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning among software engineers. Mentor and support the professional growth of team members through regular feedback, coaching, and career development guidance. Champion and implement Agile and DevOps methodologies to enhance team productivity and adaptability. Collaborate with stakeholders across Product, Architecture, Project Management, and Support to define project requirements, resolve challenges, and deliver business value. Oversee hiring and onboarding processes, ensuring new team members are efficiently integrated and well supported throughout their transition. Manage and allocate team resources, adjusting priorities to balance urgent project demands with long-term team growth objectives. Lead the design, development, and maintenance of robust, high-quality customer-facing applications within the e-commerce platform and supporting systems. Guide the team in architecting solutions, emphasizing best practices in software engineering, system integration, and scalable design. Continuously investigate and introduce emerging technologies, tools, and processes to drive improvements in team workflows and software quality. Establish clear goals, monitor project milestones, and ensure on-time delivery of solutions aligned with business objectives. Work closely with IT leadership and managers to help shape technology strategy and refine the organization's technology roadmap. Clearly communicate project updates, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders and senior leadership. Perform additional related duties as required. Essential Skills, Education, and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience; Master's degree preferred. At least 5 years of experience designing, building, and supporting scalable, high-availability web and mobile applications at the enterprise level. Minimum 5 years of professional experience working with modern programming languages such as PHP, C#, Go, or TypeScript, and frameworks including VueJS, Node.js, Symfony, or Laravel. At least 3 years of proven experience in a software engineering leadership or management role, with a track record of developing teams and achieving delivery goals. Experience with the Magento 2 framework or other contemporary online commerce platforms. Proficiency in building single-page applications (SPA), progressive web apps (PWA), or decoupled front-end architectures. Strong background in system architecture, API development (REST/SOAP), and familiarity with both SQL and NoSQL database solutions. Understanding of user experience principles, interface design, and mobile-first development strategies. Demonstrated experience in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban) and the application of DevOps practices. Certifications such as Agile Leadership, Scrum Master, Product Owner, or PMP are highly desired. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational capabilities, with excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and leadership. Skilled in hiring, onboarding, and cultivating engineering talent. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and adapt to shifting business conditions. Working knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, e-commerce frameworks (such as Magento 2), and monitoring technologies. Relevant certifications are considered a plus. Demonstrated leadership, project management, and mentoring expertise, particularly in team development and technical growth. Experience leveraging DevOps, automation, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes. Familiarity with issue tracking tools like Atlassian Jira. Experience coordinating with third-party vendors and managing contract negotiations. Knowledge of system monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Grafana, Kibana, NewRelic).
    $99k-137k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Lead Principal Java Scala Blockchain Software Engineer

    Request Technology, LLC

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    This is not a C2C role, permanent W2 direct-hire only*** is bonus eligible*** Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Lead Principal Software Java Engineer, with Scala and Blockchain experience. Candidate will be responsible for the development and delivery of business features, integrating a variety of upstream data sources and presenting data through the user interface, all while enriching and advancing the platform. This software must achieve a blend of data-rich presentation, performance, user experience, and the capacity to support the busiest trading days in the world economy with rock-solid reliability. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve these objectives. Responsibilities: Working alongside experts that are building next generation blockchain-based securities lending system, and paving the future of digital transformation in the capital markets industry Collaborating with others to deliver complex projects which may involve multiple systems Continuously thinking about the next steps while improving yourself and others around you Developing solutions to complex technical challenges while coding, testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and documenting the systems you develop Optimizing application performance through analysis, code refactoring, and system tuning Recommending technologies and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of the systems and development processes. Qualifications: [Required] 2+ years of development experience with Scala [Required] 7+ years of experience in software development [Required] 5+ years of experience in Java or related technologies [Required] 3+ years of experience in react js or similar technologies [Required] 1+ years of experience with distributed application design & blockchain [Required] Experience with Akka or other actor-based systems [Required] Experience with Devops and CICD tools (GIT, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Harness, Rancher) [Required] Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable [Required] Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing Technical Skills & Background: [Required] Scala-based software development experience [Required] Web/mobile application development experience [Required] Understanding of message brokers, Queues and distributed datastores (Kafka, MQ, Redis, Splunk) [Required] Experience working Unix/Linux environments, large software system development, security software development, public-cloud platforms [Required] Fluent in functional programming, object-oriented design, industry best practices, software patterns, and architecture principles [Required] Proficient in the following types of testing: unit, integration, system, functional, non-functional, regression, performance, security, and acceptance [Required] Deep understanding of performance issues and multi-threaded development [Required] Experience with continuous integration tools and techniques, automating processes, and writing scripts using Python and other languages. Education: [Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required [Preferred] Masters preferred
    $97k-129k yearly est. 4d ago
  • AI Development Lead

    Guidehouse 3.7company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Job Family: Data Science Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: None What You Will Do: We are seeking a AI Development Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of AI solutions, especially Generative AI, for clients modernizing their operations through intelligent automation. This hands-on leader will guide agile teams in developing AI-enabled Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) while advising on architecture, deployment, and governance strategies. The ideal candidate blends strong technical depth in modern AI tools with consulting experience, ensuring that emerging technologies deliver measurable value for clients. AI Delivery Leadership Lead the end-to-end delivery of AI MVPs, from use case definition through demonstration and iteration, including engaging directly with clients. Design solution architectures and technical roadmaps that integrate AI components within client cloud environments. Oversee model development, validation, and user interface integration to create functional prototypes. Deliver MVP demonstrations, gather stakeholder feedback, and refine solutions through post-deployment feedback loops. Construct and maintain scalable data pipelines for processing, transforming, and feeding data into AI models and applications. Agile Development & Team Enablement Lead agile development sprints and facilitate SCRUM ceremonies to ensure quality, velocity, and stakeholder alignment. Mentor developers and data scientists, fostering collaboration and excellence in applied AI engineering. Support backlog management, sprint prioritization, and delivery tracking across multidisciplinary teams. Generative AI & Technical Advisory Apply Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) techniques to automate, analyze, and enhance compliance and operational workflows. Evaluate and refine prompt engineering and context enrichment strategies for AI-based applications. Assess and optimize existing AI toolchains and workflows to improve scalability and delivery efficiency. Advise on production deployment strategies, including security, performance, and data integration considerations. Conduct operational readiness assessments to evaluate solution performance, resilience, and maintainability. Design lightweight model monitoring and retraining pipelines to maintain relevance and accuracy. Support AI governance alignment, ensuring all solutions adhere to organizational standards and risk management practices. Serve as the primary client interface for technical leadership, solution assurance, and delivery success. Construct and maintain scalable data pipelines for processing, transforming, and feeding data into AI models and applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on solutions Deploy and manage applications and models in cloud environments leveraging infrastructure-as-code and DevOps best practices. What You Will Need: Bachelor's degree is required Minimum SEVEN (7) years of experience delivering AI, software, or data-driven solutions, Minimum TWO (2) years in a leadership or client-facing consulting role Hands-on experience designing or implementing Generative AI systems (e.g., knowledge assistants, automation workflows, or retrieval-based reasoning) in cloud environments (e.g. Azure, Amazon Web Services) Experience with key Generative AI system patterns, such as: RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and retrieval-based reasoning systems Agentic frameworks (e.g., orchestrated multi-step reasoning, tool-using AI agents) Evaluation and observability frameworks (e.g., LLM/human evals, prompt testing, reliability scoring) Model monitoring and retraining pipelines Proficiency in Python and experience developing applications or pipelines that integrate AI/LLMs via APIs or SDKs (e.g. LangChain, LangGraph or similar) Strong understanding of AI architecture, data integration, and model lifecycle management Demonstrated experience leading teams using Agile and DevOps delivery practices, including sprint management, CI/CD, and iterative prototyping Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills What Would Be Nice To Have: Master's degree Experience designing or deploying solutions with Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker, or other AWS AI services Understanding of AI governance and risk management frameworks Experience supporting clients in regulated or complex environments (e.g., energy, infrastructure, public sector) The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include: Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at ************** or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or ************************. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact *************************. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
    $118k-196k yearly Auto-Apply 1d ago
  • Lead AI Engineer

    Pepsico 4.5company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    As an AI Engineer specializing in AI Agents, you will play a pivotal role in our organization's transformation strategies by designing and developing domain-specific AI agents and solutions. Prototyping, iterating, and taking these solutions to production, you serve as the technical complement to the business side of the AI Solutions Lead. Your work will involve close collaboration with transformation teams, business stakeholders, and AI platform teams to create scalable, cross-domain AI solutions that deliver actionable insights and perform intelligent tasks. Responsibilities AI Development (40%). Prototyping, iterating, and taking to production domain-specific AI agents that can communicate and work with other AI agents, performing tasks such as information gathering, insight generation, and intelligent actions. Writing and optimizing code for high-performance AI models. Develop an actionable Generative AI roadmap and drive solution development using Gen-AI and Agentic AI capabilities. Collaboration with Teams (20%). Collaborate with transformation teams and business stakeholders to understand requirements and tailor AI agents to specific domains. Work closely with AI platform teams to build scalable and cross-domain AI agents while ensuring end-to-end observability. Integration & Deployment (20%). Lead AI projects, demonstrating hands-on experience in code development and software engineering. Deploy, monitor, and optimize AI agents on cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance. Continuous Learning (20%). Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning technologies and integrate these into existing or new AI agents. Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure the reliability and accuracy of AI agents and solutions. Decision-Making Autonomy Moderate - Significant autonomy in the technical aspects of AI model development and implementation, working under the strategic direction provided by the Senior AI Solutions Manager. Supervision Required Moderate - Operates with general guidance from the Senior AI Solutions Manager, with regular updates for alignment and support. Complexity of Role High - The role requires managing complex AI/ML projects, working with large datasets, and ensuring successful integration with existing systems while maintaining scalability. Cross-Functional Interactions Yes - Regular interaction with Data Science, Engineering, IT, digital products and business stakeholders to ensure effective AI solution deployment. Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $106,400 - $178,100. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% of annual salary paid out annually. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, or a related field. Proven experience in leading AI projects with hands-on experience in code development and software engineering. Required Expertise: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++. Experience and working knowledge with Agentic AI frameworks (e.g., Langchain, CrewAi, MCP, A2A) and deployment of AI solutions on cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud). Strong understanding and experience in designing AI agents and integrating advancements in AI/ML technologies. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment. Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of new technologies, GenAI algorithms and Agentic tools. Problem-Solving: Ability to translate business challenges into technical solutions. Collaboration Skills: Effective at working within cross-functional teams. Agility: Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and new technologies. Communication Skills: Capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. > Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.
    $106.4k-178.1k yearly 2d ago
  • Principal Full Stack Developer - NodeJS

    Hub Group 4.8company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Oak Brook, IL

    As an ideal candidate, you will have an understanding of large-scale distributed systems (cloud-based environments) and have a proven track record of taking ownership of projects, development processes, and best practices, for the overall benefit of the team and organization. In addition, You need to utilize your in-depth knowledge of delivering complex services and expertise in hands-on software development to create an engineering environment that embodies the best development and testing practices for delivering a high-quality service. You think strategically about the architecture and design of software systems that span multiple products. You can critically evaluate technical trade-offs of contending designs and implementations and are able to clearly communicate these to various stakeholders. You will ensure the delivery of quality solutions and you will train and mentor junior members about best practices of software development methodology and frameworks in areas including web, mobile, use of backend APIs and services, usability and quality testing. This individual will also be expected to work closely with business and technology leadership to influence, refine and communicate out platform strategies to the broader team. Essential Job Functions Design and drive internal methodologies and process improvements shaping the engineering organization into a world class team utilizing best in class practices and technologies. Key processes include: Agile (Scrum) Cross-domain E2E design and implementation of complex features Continuous Integration and Delivery (DevOps) Software maturity and quality Versioning and Scope control Unit testing, code analysis Application security design and testing Professional experience building and leading teams that built distributed scalable enterprise-class web/mobile applications with a few of the following technologies: NodeJS, HTML5, DHTML, CSS, TypeScript, JavaScript Frameworks (Angular, Bootstrap, React, Cordova, etc.), MongoDB. Domain knowledge and experience in application development, including: client/server, web services, portal, middleware, micro services and mobile app. Must be capable of clearly articulating complex technical issues to all levels of the organization. Review and approve project deliverables to ensure that they are architecturally sound and fit into the enterprise design Enforce quality practices (unit test, code analysis, integration test, etc.) and provide quality measurements to leadership team. Drive quality initiatives within design and development phases Provide direction, guidance, and promote growth of DevOps function within the company Manage scope and delivery expectations with business partners and communicates status and big picture to the leadership team. Remove obstacles, close gaps and manage and mitigate risks. Partner closely with business and enterprise architecture teams to ensure application design and implementation meets requirements, technical roadmap and business direction Provide oversight and direction for the design, implementation, timely release and maintenance of products that meet customer expectations and high standards for quality, stability and performance Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, other related field or equivalent work experience. 8+ years overall IT system architecture, design, development, deployment experience. Minimum of 3 - 5 years Full-stack development with relevant AngularJS and Node.JS experience 3+ years of leadership experience in software development overseeing the direction, development and delivery of large scale, distributed, web-based mission critical products/platforms in fast pace agile environments using continuous delivery. Knowledge and experience in developing software using agile methodologies. Knowledge and experience in developing enterprise applications using OO Design, Microservices architecture, SOLID Design principals. Solid experience in emerging and traditional technologies such as : NodeJS , AngularJS, Cordova/Ionic, Docker, REST, JSON, XML, HTML / HTML5, CSS, NoSQL, Maven and AWS/Cloud Infrastructure etc. Experience with NoSQL technologies such as MongoDB, Redis, etc. Experience developing containerized applications using AWS, Docker. Flexible and adaptable attitude, disciplined to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust to varied environments. Solid knowledge and experience in CI/CD tools and DevOps principles. Effective leader with exceptional interpersonal & communication skills and strong experience with talent development Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills. Solid experience with web services, system integration and service oriented architecture. Flexible and adaptable attitude, disciplined to manage multiple responsibilities and adjust to varied environments. Experience with the Atlassian suite of products (Confluence, Jira, GitHub, Bitbucket, etc.) Salary Range - $130,000 - $150,000+/year ** This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand** BEWARE OF FRAUD! Hub Group has become aware of online recruiting related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by Hub Group are using Hub Group's name in fraudulent emails, job postings, or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind Hub Group will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a Hub Group job application. Hub Group does not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms such as Signal or Discord using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Hub Group job postings are posted on our career site: ******************************** About Us Hub Group is the premier, customer-centric supply chain company offering comprehensive transportation and logistics management solutions. Keeping our customers' needs in focus, Hub Group designs, continually optimizes and applies industry-leading technology to our customers' supply chains for better service, greater efficiency and total visibility. As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 employees and drivers across the globe are always in pursuit of "The Way Ahead" - a commitment to service, integrity and innovation. We believe the way you do something is just as important as what you do. For more information, visit ****************
    $130k-150k yearly 4d ago
  • Lead Software Engineer

    Tag-The Aspen Group

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    About the Company The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S., supporting over 16,000 healthcare professionals across 1,200+ health and wellness offices in 46 states. Our brands, including Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and AZPetVet, benefit from TAG's comprehensive suite of centralized business support services designed to enhance growth and provide high-quality healthcare experiences at scale. Together, we aim to make healthcare smarter, better, and more accessible for everyone. About the Role To support our rapid growth and technological evolution, we are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our expanding IT team. We're hiring two Lead Software Engineers on our full-stack team: one who leans Front-End and one who leans Back-End. You'll own mission-critical services (RESTful APIs, data streaming, rules engines) across microservices, set technical standards, and mentor engineers while collaborating with product and data science. You'll also help integrate AI models into production software and keep our products secure and compliant. Responsibilities Lead API and data-streaming service development used across TAG brands. Build and optimize systems for reusability, scalability, and maintainability; drive design patterns, code quality, and testing. Mentor engineers; influence architecture & best practices (technical leadership without direct people management). Partner with product & data science; participate in code reviews; stay current with emerging tech (including AI in software). Qualifications 10 years building large-scale software; ~5 years leading engineers/technical direction. Required Skills Strong in Python, Go, or C#; expert in REST; solid with GraphQL integrations. Proficient with SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL), cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure), CI/CD, and Kubernetes. Experience integrating AI/ML models into software; security best practices/HIPAA awareness. Front-End-leaning role: deep experience with a modern SPA framework (e.g., React/TypeScript) and design-system driven UI. Back-End-leaning role: depth in distributed systems, data streaming, and service performance/observability. (Microservices & rules engines a plus.) Preferred Skills Healthcare tech exposure and HIPAA experience (bonus, not required). Pay range and compensation package Annual pay range: $167,000-$197,000. A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match. Equal Opportunity Statement If you are an applicant residing in California, please view our privacy policy here.
    $167k-197k yearly 1d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer

    Harnham

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Senior Software Engineer - Build Next-Gen Conversational Platforms 💰 Salary: $230K base + 15% bonus + equity About the Opportunity Harnham is working with a fast-growing AI technology company that is building a next-generation agentic voice platform for enterprise-scale customer engagement. This organization partners with Fortune 50 businesses across healthcare, finance, and retail and is backed by leading investors with over $25M in funding. They are scaling rapidly and seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join their engineering team and help shape the future of conversational AI. The Role You'll design and build core platform components, working on backend services and APIs that power real-time voice applications. This role requires strong CS fundamentals, experience in scalable architectures, and collaboration with ML engineers and product teams. Key Responsibilities Develop backend services and APIs for high-concurrency, real-time applications Design scalable, secure architecture for cloud-based systems Work across backend and some frontend layers (full-stack experience is a plus) Implement solutions in AWS ecosystems (EKS, Lambda, S3) Optimize data models and pipelines using Postgres Collaborate with ML engineers and DevOps to integrate AI models into production Mentor junior engineers and establish best practices in coding, testing, and CI/CD What We're Looking For 6-7+ years of software engineering experience Strong CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, architecture) Experience with AWS services and containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes) Proficiency in backend development (Java, Python, or similar) Exposure to frontend frameworks is a plus Familiarity with distributed systems and high-performance architectures Why Apply? Competitive compensation + bonus + equity Work on industry-disrupting AI solutions Collaborative culture with real impact Relocation support and hybrid flexibility
    $230k yearly 1d ago
  • Software Engineering Manager

    Prairie Consulting Services

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Software Project Manager (FTE - Chicago/Naperville Hybrid) Onsite Expectations: First 3-4 months onsite, then hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time (Direct Client) We're seeking a Software Project Manager who can lead multiple application development projects and work closely with a growing development team. This role requires someone who can operate comfortably in both client-facing and technical conversations. Why This Role Is Ideal You'll guide software projects from kickoff to delivery-handling timelines, budgets, risk, and client communication-while collaborating deeply with developers. A developer background (Java, .NET, Python, C#, etc.) is strongly preferred to help estimate work, understand technical constraints, and set realistic delivery plans. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end software/application development projects (not a Scrum Master role) Own budgets, track burn, compare against quotes, and keep projects on target Serve as the main client and stakeholder liaison Partner closely with developers to plan, scope, and unblock tasks Use ClickUp and Agile practices for tracking and delivery Support 30+ active client initiatives across the team's portfolio Coordinate cross-functional work as the company expands into software + infrastructure projects What We're Looking For 5+ years of software project management experience Strong background in budget oversight, client management, and risk mitigation Hands-on development background or technical understanding (Java, .NET, Python, or similar) Experience working with small, fast-moving engineering teams Local to Chicago/Naperville, able to be onsite for the first 3-4 months
    $92k-126k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Senior SDET - Architect

    Northern Trust 4.6company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Test Architect to lead our Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) quality assurance initiatives and contribute to application development projects leveraging Python, Spring Boot, and React. This role bridges the domains of cloud infrastructure, automated testing, and modern application engineering, making it ideal for a technical leader passionate about DevOps, platform reliability, and developer productivity. Role Overview As a Test Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust quality frameworks for Azure-based IaC solutions, driving the adoption of automation best practices, and ensuring infrastructure consistency and compliance across multiple environments. You will also play a key role in developing and integrating supporting applications-ranging from automation scripts to dashboards-using Python for backend logic and Spring Boot/React for full-stack web development. Key Responsibilities Architect and evolve comprehensive automated test strategies for Azure IaC, focusing on Terraform, ARM/Bicep, and policy compliance. Lead the development of Python-based automation tools and scripts for test execution, resource provisioning, configuration validation, and infrastructure reporting. Design, build, and maintain user-facing dashboards, reporting tools, and workflow automation platforms using Spring Boot and React, enabling data-driven insights into IaC test coverage, drift management, and compliance posture. Integrate IaC quality gates into CI/CD systems such as GitHub Actions, ensuring all code deployments pass automated test suites and drift detection scans before promotion. Establish and refine frameworks for drift detection, root cause analysis, and remediation, leveraging both native Azure services and custom-developed solutions. Collaborate with architects, security specialists, and application developers to align infrastructure test practices with organizational goals, compliance requirements, and evolving cloud technologies. Promote best practices through code reviews, technical workshops, and documentation. Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive automated testing suites for Azure IaC using python. Develop, execute, and refine test cases to validate infrastructure modules, deployments, and policies in Azure environments. Develop, enhance, and maintain supporting applications and tools using Python, Spring Boot, and React, facilitating automation, reporting, and dashboarding for IaC quality and drift management. Monitor, report, and remediate infrastructure drift, using tools and frameworks for continuous compliance and configuration management. Maintain detailed documentation on test coverage, drift findings, and corrective actions taken to ensure auditability and traceability. Conduct root cause analysis for infrastructure failures and propose solutions to improve test coverage and resilience. Stay up-to-date with Azure platform enhancements, testing tools, and industry trends in cloud IaC quality, governance, and full-stack development. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 14+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering and automated testing, with a minimum of 3 years focused on Azure public cloud. Expertise in infrastructure automation using Terraform, ARM templates, and Bicep within Azure environments. Advanced proficiency in Python for developing test automation, orchestration logic, and data processing pipelines. Strong background in full-stack application development, including building RESTful APIs and web applications with Spring Boot (Java) and React. Hands-on experience with configuration management, monitoring, and compliance tools native to Azure, as well as industry-standard frameworks (e.g., Terratest, Pester). Track record of integrating infrastructure quality assurance into modern CI/CD pipelines. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with an emphasis on technical documentation and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in supporting, maintaining, and enhancing Spring Boot applications, ensuring seamless integration with backend services, optimized performance, and robust security for enterprise-scale cloud environments. Extensive hands-on experience with Azure-native monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights, enabling proactive detection and resolution of infrastructure issues. Proficiency in integrating monitoring frameworks with automated test suites and reporting dashboards, ensuring visibility into resource health, compliance drift, and system performance. Preferred Skills Experience with multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP) and hybrid IaC strategies. Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS) and microservices architectures. Background in building secure, compliant platforms within regulated industries. Expertise in workflow automation, event-driven architectures, and data visualization using Python, Spring Boot, and React. Experience with TypeScript, Next.js, or other modern JavaScript frameworks. Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions. Understanding of security best practices (OWASP, JWT, OAuth2, SSO). Background in performance optimization, caching strategies, and application monitoring. Exposure to automated testing tools (Jest, Mocha, Selenium, JUnit). Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and debugging skills. Relevant Azure and DevOps certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, DevOps Engineer Expert) are strongly preferred.
    $76k-94k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer

    Keycare

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Company: KeyCare, Inc. Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $115,000-$150,000 About Us: KeyCare is unlocking the future of virtual care! Our mission is to increase access to convenient and cost-effective care on a single platform connected to our nation's health systems. Position Overview: As a Senior Software Engineer at KeyCare, you will join our vibrant and forward-thinking team, where we harness the power of technology to create impactful solutions for real-world challenges in the Healthcare industry. We are searching for a Senior Software Engineer who is passionate about problem-solving, adaptable to diverse technologies, and excited to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic work environment. Key Responsibilities: Innovative Design and Development: Lead the design, development, and implementation of software applications on the Azure platform, bringing innovative solutions to life. Cloud Mastery: Utilize your Azure expertise to manage and optimize cloud-based applications, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and efficient. NodeJS and Azure Functions: Develop and maintain high-performance applications using NodeJS, TypeScript and Azure Function Apps. DevOps Excellence: Implement and uphold DevOps practices, including containerization and building robust deployment pipelines to ensure smooth, automated workflows. Operational Excellence: Measure performance, analyze application telemetry, and proactively identify and address potential issues to ensure optimal application operation. Creative Problem Solving: Bring your analytical and creative problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges and develop innovative solutions. Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers, to deliver top-tier software solutions. Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Qualifications: Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on cloud-based applications. Cloud Expertise: Proven experience with Azure or comparable cloud platforms. Technical Skills: Proficiency in NodeJS and TypeScript System design experience (building robust, secure, and scalable systems with several components, integrations with 3rd-party APIs, etc.) Experience with Azure Function Apps or comparable serverless platforms Additional experience with React and modern web frameworks is highly desirable Knowledge of Epic Health Systems, Electronic Health Records (EHRs), HL7 standard and interoperability, etc. is a plus DevOps Knowledge: Familiarity with DevOps practices, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and building CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions). Operational Excellence: Ability to measure performance, analyze application telemetry, and proactively identify and resolve potential issues. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities. Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to unfamiliar technologies and methodologies. Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Benefits: Eligible for company benefits upon package roll out: Medical Vision Dental Life Insurance Disability Unlimited PTO KeyCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. KeyCare is committed to its evolution towards a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, sex, country of origin, or veteran status.
    $115k-150k yearly 3d ago
  • DevOps Engineer

    Supernova Technologyâ„¢

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    About Us Founded in 2014, we offer the industry's first and only cloud-based, fully-customizable, end-to-end software solution to automate securities-based lending from origination through the life of the loan. By combining thought leadership in suitability and risk management with industry-leading education and the latest technology, Supernova enables advisors to deliver holistic, goals-based advice and to help their clients achieve financial wellness. We partner with the industry's largest banks, most prominent insurance companies and leading online brokerages to democratize access to securities-based lending and better the entire financial ecosystem. Why Join Supernova? At Supernova Technology, we believe that the best results come from a team that is passionate, driven, and supported in all aspects of their professional lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented and innovative individuals who are committed to driving the future of securities-based lending technology. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and growth, where each person's contributions make a real impact. JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to lead and enhance our organization's technical infrastructure, AWS, and system reliability. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong technical background to ensure our systems are robust, secure, and scalable. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure systems, including AWS cloud services, data centers, co-location facilities, and network connectivity Ensure the reliability and scalability of software delivery pipelines and disaster recovery systems Collaborate with development and operations teams to support system migrations, monitor critical systems, and maintain system operations Implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize downtime and data loss Supervise and mentor the infrastructure team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence Manage product delivery infrastructure via CI/CD pipelines QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cloud infrastructure management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role Proficiency in AWS services is required Experience in infrastructure as code (i.e. cloudformation, CDK, troposphere, etc.) Experience with ECS, Lambda, and Docker, github workflows, Python or Java is preferred Strong understanding of IT operations, platform services, and system reliability Excellent leadership and team management skills Familiarity with managing offshore teams and coordinating with international offices is preferred Our Employee Benefits At Supernova Technology, we provide a robust benefits package to support the health and well-being of our employees. Our offerings include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plans with coverage for employees and dependents. HSA and FSA Accounts: Tax-advantaged accounts for health and dependent care expenses. Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic coverage with options for additional voluntary coverage. Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 per year Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer contributions. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services, including free therapy sessions. Paid Time Off: Flexible PTO policies. Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, continuing education assistance, and more. Note: Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's relevant qualifications, skills and experience, and the location where this position may be filled. Our Core Values Our core values drive everything we do. At Supernova, we... Form, execute, and communicate new ideas that add value to our employees and customers Strive through obstacles and failures Follow-through on promises or commitments to others, accept responsibility, and answer for actions & decisions Listen to, understand, and support our employees and customers Act with speed, positive attitude, and flexibility Exceed expectations and surpass ourselves every day; we embrace a sense of pride and never stop growing Join us and make an impact while growing your career at Supernova.
    $140k-180k yearly 5d ago
  • Lead DevOps Engineer

    Qorali

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Qorali is seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to drive the evolution of our cloud and automation strategy. In this role, you'll own the design and delivery of enterprise-scale cloud infrastructure, lead mission-critical DevOps initiatives, and mentor engineers across the organization. We're looking for a hands-on technical leader with deep expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, and Kafka - someone who thrives on solving complex challenges and setting best practices for scalable, secure, and resilient systems. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement highly available, automated cloud solutions on AWS. Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to accelerate software delivery. Design, deploy, and manage containerized workloads with Kubernetes. Lead Kafka platform operations to support real-time, high-throughput applications. Champion infrastructure-as-code with Terraform, driving automation and repeatability. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and serve as escalation point for critical issues. Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end DevOps solutions. Qualifications 7+ years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or infrastructure automation. Proven expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD (Jenkins/GitHub Actions), Python and Kafka. Experience with configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef). Strong understanding of cloud security, compliance frameworks (CIS, NIST), and high-availability design. Demonstrated leadership experience, guiding technical teams and influencing DevOps best practices. Compensation & Benefits $150-180k base salary + 15% bonus 22+ days PTO Health, vision, dental & life insurance 6% 401k matching Location: Hybrid, Chicago or Dallas
    $150k-180k yearly 3d ago
  • Senior SDET/QA Lead

    DSM-H Consulting

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Note: Need local candidates only and interview will be onsite Role and Overview of the role: Looking for a candidate who has 8 to 10 years of experience. It's a Senior lead kind of a role who would be involved in trying to understand development solutions for different features that are coming available, try and understand the testing scope for these new solutions, come up with a test approach, test plan, outline the test cases. Perform automation for these cases and develop automated squirts and then continuously monitor. This candidate will do the PR reviews, be sort of the senior QA who will be helping out the juniors with the questions they have for somebody who can take ownership and then make sure on time without any issues. Looking for somebody who is really strong in Java. Candidates should have Java Background and use Karate and then different automated testing tools. Top Skills: l Java l Cucumber l JBehave / BDD l At least 8 years of test automation framework design l Strong experience in testing Web Services (REST APIs) (3+5 years) l The ability to write queries in SQL or other relational databases l 3+ years of experience in developing scenario based performance testing using JMeter l Experience testing full stack and integration testing with 3rd parties l End-to-end system integration testing experience for software platforms Education and Experience: l Years of experience: 8-10 yrs experience l Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience Position's Contributions to Work Group: - AKA Senior SDET Extend testing automation framework using JAVA/JAVA Script Take ownership in understanding business requirements/ACs and develop test strategy/test plan Develop automation testcases using existing automation framework Typical task breakdown: Develop test automation code for Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), of systems, infrastructure, and test framework. • Plan, design, develop, and maintain API test automation framework that facilitates automation scripting, execution, and analysis of results • Provide technical leadership and mentoring for test engineers on multiple applications/projects onshore and offshore; train and mentor project team members to create, execute, analyze, and maintain automated regression suites • Coordinate with product owner to resolve open issues/enhancements/upgrades and understand the use of a specific functionality as needed • Develop automated functional scripts using tools such as Java, Karate, JMeter. • Perform exploratory and manual testing of the product suite as appropriate • Provide expertise in testing methodologies, best practices, and standards Technical Skills (Required) - Strong design and development skills in two or more of the following technologies and tools: Java (3-5 years) Cucumber(3-5 years), JBehave or other BDD testing frameworks • At least 8 years of test automation framework design • Strong experience in testing Webservices (REST APIs) • Proven experience developing test scripts, test cases, and test data • The ability to write queries in SQL or other relational databases • 3+ years of experience in developing scenario based performance testing using JMeter • Experience testing full stack and integration testing with 3rd parties • End-to-end system integration testing experience for software platforms (Desired) • Hands on experience with Python • Development experience in AWS Cloud technology • Experience in TDD, continuous integration, code review practice is strongly desired • Experience with Apigee or other API gateways is a plus • Experience with DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Jenkins, Git) • At least 2 years working on an Agile team with a solid understanding of Agile/Lean practices • Understanding of a micro service Architecture • Experience load and performance testing • Strong documentation skills Soft Skills (Required) • Ability to adapt quickly to a complex environment • Pro-active, flexible and creative • Very strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with developers and business users.
    $83k-111k yearly est. 3d ago
  • CAD Senior Developer

    Pyramid Consulting, Inc. 4.1company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Lisle, IL

    Immediate need for a talented CAD Senior Developer. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Lisle, IL (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 25-92210 Pay Range: $60 - $65/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities: Primary responsible of CAD custom development with deep understanding of a multi-CAD environment and its integration to PLM & PDM systems. Teamcenter, NX, 3DX, Enovia, CATIA and other custom integrations. As a CAD Senior Developer, you will be responsible key in-flight projects and enhancements to the CAD ecosystem, not limited to projects such as OrderBuilder and Framebuilding and products such as SAGE, Post-Processing schedule tasks, Dispatcher Translations & Supplier Exchange. Key Requirements and Technology Experience: Key skills; CAD, C/C++, Python, Teamcenter >5 years of experience in multi-CAD engineering environments, where you have worked as an automotive engineer building 2D CAD drawings and 3D CAD models in NX and CATIA, and SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and/or Creo as a plus Experience in C/C++ and Python and have worked with CAD tools to develop integrations. Built utilities using C++ and Python along with CAD tools. 3-5 years of experience customizing CAD tools to build programs and utilities within the CAD & Engineering environments to auto-generate CAD models or calculate design context / positioning information through automation Strong skills with C++, Python, .NET Framework (C# is a must, Visual Basic & DOS Batch Programming / Powershell nice to have) Experience with DevSecOps & Agile methodologies, where you are familiar with key source control and CI/CD pipeline concepts, as well as participating in agile ceremonies and writing good agile epics, features, and stories Strong communicator - ability to speak with engineers at a technical level and translate that into key IT deliverables and functional/technical requirements Other Requirements: Ability to be in office 4 days a week (Mon-Thurs) onsite at the Lisle International Headquarters Our client is a leading IT Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.
    $60-65 hourly 5d ago
  • Software Engineer

    Strategic Employment Partners (Sep 4.5company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Senior Software Engineer A tech-focused online brokerage based in The Loop is currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer to work on their core trading systems. They've been in business for over 20 years now and are in a major growth phase. This position focuses on the full life cycle of their proprietary trading platform, specifically across the front, middle, and back-office systems. You will be joining an established firm with a history of strong performance and a collaborative, tech-first culture. Responsibilities Developing and optimizing their high-performance order routing engines. Designing and implementing market data processing services. Integrating new features and connections using the FIX Protocol. Collaborating with business stakeholders to translate needs into technical solutions. Maintaining a high standard of code quality, performance, and reliability across all trading systems. Requirements Significant professional experience working as a Software Engineer, ideally on complex, high-performance systems. Expertise in C# development. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Pluses Any professional experience with C++. Direct experience working on low-latency trading systems, market data, or electronic brokerage platforms. Familiarity with financial protocols like FIX.
    $73k-98k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer

    Motion Recruitment 4.5company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Role: Senior Software Engineer (Java) Duration: 12 months Job type: Long term Contract W2 only... The Senior Software Engineer will apply principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to design, develop, test, and evaluate software and systems. This role involves researching, designing, developing, and testing software while contributing to high-impact backend services within the Cat Digital platform. Key Responsibilities: Modify existing software written in Java, and work with databases and database management systems. Create service software, including unit and integration tests. Collaborate with project teams to determine scope, requirements, and limitations. Review project requests to estimate time and cost. Perform complex programming, development, and project management tasks with minimal supervision. Identify and resolve complex technical/application issues, including occasional off-shift or weekend support. Drive application development focused on delivering business value. Mentor and assist software engineers, providing technical direction and support. Maintain high standards of software quality and follow best practices. Proactively seek help when needed after reasonable independent research. Maintain urgency on tasks and follow up on dependencies and blockers. Work Environment: Hybrid schedule; in-office twice per week (may increase as business needs evolve). Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 8+ years of experience. Required Technical Skills: 10+ years of experience designing and developing Java applications. Experience building, deploying, and maintaining software at scale. Strong experience with relational and NoSQL databases. Knowledge of architectural patterns such as MVC, Microservices, and event-driven design. Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GoCD). Experience deploying and supporting applications in AWS or Azure. Strong Agile/Scrum experience. Experience with AI tools is a significant plus. Experience with message streaming solutions (AWS Kinesis, SQS, SNS, Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ). Experience designing RESTful APIs and using API tools (Swagger, Postman, Assertible). Test-driven development and behavior-driven development experience; tools such as Cucumber and Selenium. Experience with datastores such as AWS Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, Redis, MySQL, Oracle. Familiarity with AWS services like API Gateway, ALB/NLB, Fargate, Lambda, S3, CloudWatch. Experience debugging and maintaining software on Linux/Unix systems. Required Soft Skills: Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms). Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines. Passion for technology and collaboration. Demonstrated leadership on small to medium-scale projects. If you are interested in W2 contract with direct client then please do share your updated copy of resume on below mention email id. Thanks Shivam EMAIL: ************************************
    $91k-119k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Senior Python Developer

    Systechcorp Inc.

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    Design & build production-grade services and APIs (FastAPI / Django / Flask) using clean, well-tested Python. Architect scalable systems (microservices, event-driven patterns, async I/O, caching) with high availability and failover. Data & storage: model schemas; write efficient SQL; integrate with Postgres/MySQL, caching (Redis) Performance & reliability: profile (cProfile, py-spy), tune hot paths, apply back-pressure, circuit breakers, retries, and idempotency. Security & compliance: enforce authN/Z, secrets management, secure coding, dependency hygiene (SCA), and data protection. DevOps & quality: code reviews, automated testing (pytest), static typing (mypy/pyright), linting, and CI/CD best practices. Cloud & platform: containerize ; deploy to Kubernetes or serverless (Azure Functions); manage IaC (Terraform). Observability: instrument with OpenTelemetry; create actionable dashboards/alerts Minimum qualifications 10+ years of professional software engineering with Python in production. Deep expertise with at least one Python web framework (FastAPI, Django, or Flask) and modern async programming. Strong CS fundamentals: algorithms, data structures, and concurrency Proven experience designing distributed systems and event-driven architectures. Solid SQL/ORM experience (SQLAlchemy/Django ORM) and schema design. Mastery of testing (unit/integration/contract), CI/CD (GitHub /Azure DevOps), and release strategies. Hands-on with cloud (Azure), containers, Kubernetes, and infrastructure automation. Excellent communication; ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. Nice to have : Security background: OAuth2/OIDC, Key Vault/Secrets Manager, threat modeling, SDLC governance. FinTech domain experience Front-end familiarity (React) for API-consumer alignment.
    $83k-108k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Senior Java Software Engineer

    ESB Technologies

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    We are looking for a Java Developer to analyse, design, code, and test Java/HTML/CSS/SQL code and web applications. What You'll Do Analyse business requirements to determine appropriate technology solutions Write code, complete programming, perform testing, and debugging of web applications Design and implement web services Create SQL queries and database objects Work with non-technical end users as needed Follow department standards and methodologies Interact and communicate effectively with all levels of staff, senior management, and customers Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required What You'll Need React and Unit testing for this one is a must. Required: 9 years of experience with Java 8, 11, and higher versions 5 years of experience with React and Unit Testing 6 years of experience with SQL 6 years of experience with JavaScript 6 years of experience with CSS 5 years of experience with Bootstrap 5 years of experience with JPA (Java Persistence API) 5 years of experience with JQuery 5 years of experience with Spring Framework (including MVC) Experience in agile development processes, especially Scrum Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well individually and in a team environment Preferred: 6 years of experience with Eclipse IDE 5 years of experience with AWS Cloud (CodeCommit, CodeBuild, CodePipeline, etc.) 3 years of experience with Apache Tomcat/TomEE 3 years of experience with JUnit & Selenium 3 years of experience with Python 3 years of experience with Jira & Confluence
    $83k-108k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Java Software Engineer

    Intraedge 3.9company rating

    Principal software engineer job in Chicago, IL

    IntraEdge has an immediate need for a Senior Java Developer in Chicago, Illinois. US CITIZEN ONLY - NO CORP TO CORP MUST INTERVIEW ONSITE IN Chicago AND WORK HYBRID IN Chicago 3X PER WEEK Local Candidates to Chicago Only (no relocation) Must haves: AWS experience, along with Java backend, RESTful APIs and spring boot as must skill set 5-10 years of Java backend development, Spring Boot, Restful APIs a must Overall Purpose Develops, documents, tests, debugs and maintains software product applications; provides expertise and familiarity in software tools, frameworks and best practices in secure software engineering. Collaborates effectively with other members of the team to deliver on the team's backlog. Essential Functions Participates in the discussion and implementation around complex capabilities. Develops complex features and capabilities to enhance the Early Warning core product offerings. Managing source code using Git. Receiving, reviewing, and approving pull requests ensuring that code quality remains high. Querying platform data using SQL-based DBs. Working on complex Java Web Services using Spring Boot. Document complex details and decisions in Confluence. Building automated tests alongside sprint work that is integrated into the CI/CD pipeline, considering environment variables, and providing recommendations. Able to troubleshoot complex bugs that may arise during development. Support the company's commitment to risk management and protecting the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Minimum Qualifications Education and/ or experience typically obtained through completion of a bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Minimum 5 years direct experience in Software Engineering or related experience. Proficient with Git source control and Git flow branching model. Spring / Spring boot framework is required. Familiarity with modern DevOps practices. Familiarity writing automated tests. Proficient with SQL. Proficient in RESTful service design. Experience with Docker/ Kubernetes. Experience with Kafka. Excellent written and spoken communication. Background and drug screen Preferred Qualifications Additional related education and/or work experience preferred Experience with SOAP services. Familiar working with common data format standards like XML, JSON, YAML, etc. NoSQL experience (Redis, HBASE, AeroSpike, etc.) FinTech experience is highly beneficial
    $83k-108k yearly est. 1d ago

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