Software Engineer - Java, Paze

Early Warning® • Chicago, IL

3d • $97,000 - $132,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Early Warning is hiring a Software Engineer to develop, document, test, debug, and maintain software product applications supporting its core offerings, including Paze. The position works with a team to deliver backlog items in an engineering environment that is predominantly Java, building capabilities exposed through customer-facing APIs and integration points.

The role develops features, works with Java web services and SQL-based databases, and contributes automated tests to the CI/CD pipeline. The engineer manages source code with Git, tracks sprint work in Jira, documents decisions in Confluence, submits pull requests, incorporates review feedback, and troubleshoots routine or moderately complex bugs. The employee is also expected to support the company’s risk management efforts and protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

This position follows a hybrid work model. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer at the date of hire; visa sponsorship is unavailable. The posting also specifies that candidates must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national and undergo background and drug screening. The listed annual pay ranges are $97,000–$124,000 in Phoenix, Arizona, and Chicago, Illinois, and $100,000–$132,000 in San Francisco, California. Candidates are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or education and/or experience typically obtained through completion of such a degree.
• No previous work experience is required.
• Familiarity with Git source control.
• Familiarity with writing automated tests.
• Familiarity with SQL.
• Working knowledge of RESTful service design.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Must complete background and drug screening.
• Must independently be eligible to work in the United States at the date of hire; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work involves extensive computer use and sitting for periods of approximately four hours; occasional standing, walking, kneeling, and reaching; occasional lifting of 10 pounds and/or frequent negligible force; visual acuity and dexterity to use computers and office equipment; and ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers.

Nice To Haves

• Additional related education and/or work experience.
• Experience with the Spring or Spring Boot framework.
• Experience with SOAP services.
• Familiarity with common data format standards such as XML, JSON, and YAML.
• NoSQL experience, such as Redis, HBASE, or AeroSpike.
• Experience with Kafka.
• Familiarity with Docker or Kubernetes.
• FinTech experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, test, debug, and maintain software product applications.
• Develop features and capabilities that enhance Early Warning’s core product offerings.
• Manage source code using Git.
• Query platform data using SQL-based databases.
• Work on Java web services using Spring Boot.
• Track sprint work in Jira and document decisions in Confluence.
• Build automated tests alongside sprint work and integrate them into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Submit pull requests and incorporate review feedback from team members.
• Troubleshoot routine or moderately complex bugs that arise during development.
• Support risk management and protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver the team’s backlog.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive medical plans (PPO/HDHP), dental insurance, and vision insurance.
• Company contributions to a Health Savings Account or pre-tax flexible spending accounts for commuting, health, and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% Company Safe Harbor Match on the first 6% deferred, immediately upon eligibility.
• Flexible Time Off for exempt employees and generous PTO for non-exempt employees.
• 11 paid company holidays.
• Paid volunteer day.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Maven Family Planning support, including egg freezing, fertility, adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, postpartum, early pediatrics, and returning-to-work support.
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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