Senior Backend Software Engineer - Java

Spring Venture Group•Kansas City, MO

46d

About The Position

Are you a seasoned backend engineer who thrives on building large, complex, and highly visible systems from the ground up? We're looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join a dynamic team working on a Greenfield project that will revolutionize quoting and enrollment for Spring Venture Group. This is a rare opportunity to have a significant impact on our core business and shape the future of our technology stack. What You'll Do As a key member of our engineering team, you'll be instrumental in designing, developing, and testing critical systems that directly support our organizational goals. This role isn't just about writing code; it's about being a subject matter expert who can lead by example and influence the quality and direction of our entire platform. You'll:

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Software Engineer in an enterprise setting.
Strong proficiency in backend systems with Java technology.
Extensive experience with Cloud Infrastructure, with a strong preference for AWS.
Deep knowledge of distributed technology, RDBMS, SQL, Python, and data modeling.
Proven expertise in API design and building RESTful APIs.
Experience with AI-assisted coding tools like GitHub Copilot or others.
A desire to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing vocal leadership and confidently engaging with stakeholders.
A natural ability to triage system issues and learn quickly, along with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality code.
Emotional Intelligence: The ability to understand and manage your own emotions and those of others, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
Drive for Results: A relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful solutions.
Continuous Improvement: A passion for learning and a proactive approach to enhancing your skills and the team's processes.
Strategic Thinking: The capacity to see the big picture, anticipating future challenges and designing systems that are both robust and adaptable.
Teamwork & Collaboration: The ability to work effectively with others, contributing positively to our team's culture and success.

Nice To Haves

Kotlin experience is a huge plus.
Experience with Snowflake is a definite plus!

Responsibilities

Design, Develop, and Test: Take ownership of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), building robust and scalable backend systems to meet evolving business needs.
Innovate and Influence: Work closely with the Lead Software Engineer to establish technical standards and best practices, ensuring we're always pushing for excellence.
Ensure Quality: Uphold the integrity of our code through rigorous peer reviews, ensuring that every solution delivered to production is of the highest quality.
Collaborate and Communicate: Accurately convey project information, keep our Agile project tracking tools up-to-date, and work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Solve Complex Problems: Triage and resolve Tier 3 production issues, demonstrating an ability to quickly diagnose problems and find elegant solutions.
Lead Autonomously: This is a role for someone who needs minimal direction. We're looking for an autonomous engineer who feels confident in their ability to jump in, take initiative, and provide vocal leadership on technical matters.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental and vision benefits after a short waiting period
401(k) matching program
Life Insurance, and Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
Optional enrollment includes HSA/FSA, AD&D, Spousal/Dependent Life Insurance, Travel Assist and Legal Plan
Generous paid time off (PTO) program starting off at 15 days your first year
15 paid Holidays (includes holiday break between Christmas and New Years)
Annual Volunteer Time Off (VTO) and a donation matching program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - health and well-being on and off the job
Rewards and Recognition
Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture
Training program and ongoing support throughout your Venture Spring Venture Group career