Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Empower • Overland Park, KS

18h • $105,700 - $149,275 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer will implement complex software systems, lead significant software development projects, and provide technical expertise across architecture, product innovation, and development practices. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine requirements, improve products, resolve complex technical issues, and mentor engineers while maintaining high-quality code standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of professional experience and/or training.
• 4+ years of experience in software development.
• Experience as a Java Software Engineer.
• Hands-on experience with J2EE application development.
• Experience developing applications using Spring Boot.
• Experience working with Kafka or similar event-streaming technologies.
• Experience developing, deploying, or supporting applications in AWS cloud environments.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages.
• Deep understanding of software architecture and design principles.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Experience working in a full-stack environment.
• Excellent communication and technical influencing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Agile principles.
• Prefer candidates in US Eastern time zone

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of significant software features or projects.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and prioritize software requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high-quality code standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues and bottlenecks.
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and software architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to debug and improve products.
• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, code comments, and clear, efficient code.
• Assist in code reviews and enforce standard practices within the team.
• Continuously learn and adapt to modern technologies and development practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior