Senior Software Engineer
Pearson•Hoboken, NJ
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About The Position
We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Python, and Go Lang to build and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with AWS services, microservices architecture, and modern backend development practices. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing backend applications, ensuring seamless integration with cloud infrastructure and APIs.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Java (Spring Boot), Python, and Go Lang.
- Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda, ECS, SQS/SNS, S3, and Step Functions.
- Hands-on experience with AWS AppSync
- Expertise in designing and managing DynamoDB databases.
- Experience in developing and integrating REST APIs and GraphQL.
- Proficiency in AWS CloudWatch for monitoring and debugging applications.
- Experience in CI/CD implementation for automated deployments.
- Strong understanding of CloudFormation templates for infrastructure management.
- Knowledge of software development best practices, including unit testing and performance optimization.
- Ability to work in an agile development environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker
- Familiarity with event-driven architectures and serverless computing.
- Knowledge of authentication and security best practices.
- Candidates local to Hoboken, NJ are highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and optimize backend services using Java (Spring Boot), Python, and Go Lang.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs and GraphQL services.
- Build and manage AWS Lambda functions, ECS, SQS/SNS, and S3 for scalable cloud solutions.
- Implement and maintain state machines using AWS Step Functions.
- Monitor and troubleshoot applications using AWS CloudWatch.
- Design and maintain DynamoDB schemas for efficient data storage.
- Work with CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments and testing.
- Develop and manage CloudFormation templates for infrastructure as code (IaC).
- Ensure high availability, security, and scalability of backend applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build high-quality software solutions.
Benefits
- This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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