Senior Software Engineer

Jones Lang Lasalle Incorporated
Chicago, United States of America
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 150K

Job location

Chicago, United States of America

Tech stack

Clean Code Principles
Java
Artificial Intelligence
User Authentication
Azure
Behavior-Driven Development
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Cloud Computing
Cloud Engineering
Code Review
Relational Databases
Software Debugging
Software Design Patterns
DevOps
Digital Technology
Monitoring of Systems
Hive
Python
PostgreSQL
Machine Learning
Microsoft SQL Server
MongoDB
Node.js
NoSQL
Pair Programming
Performance Tuning
Scrum
Software Architecture
E2e Testing
Azure
Next.js
Software Engineering
Software Vulnerability Management
Test Driven Development
React
Backend
GIT
Powerquery
Vue.js
Event Driven Architecture
Containerization
Angular
PySpark
Kubernetes
Information Technology
Production Code
Cosmos DB
Web Technologies
Front End Software Development
REST
Software Version Control
Data Pipelines
Serverless Computing
Docker
Databricks
Microservices

Job description

JLL is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our Workplace Digital Technology (WDT) team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable software solutions that support JLL's digital workplace platforms. You will work closely with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features while contributing to long-term code health and technical excellence. As a senior member of the team, you will also provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive architectural decisions that shape our platform's future., Software Development & Architecture

  • Design and develop full-stack applications using modern web technologies and cloud-native architectures
  • Lead technical design discussions and make architectural decisions for complex features and systems
  • Write clean, testable, and maintainable code with comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests
  • Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and best practices across the team

Collaboration & Leadership

  • Collaborate with product and design teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing
  • Participate actively in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Champion "shift-left" quality practices by embedding testing early in the development lifecycle

Operations & Quality

  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues in a timely manner
  • Drive operational excellence through monitoring, observability, and proactive system health management
  • Contribute to comprehensive technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the engineering team
  • Ensure adherence to JLL's security, compliance, and operational standards

Innovation & Improvement

  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks that enhance team productivity
  • Lead technical initiatives that improve system performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the engineering team, For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

California Residents only

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 5-8 years of professional software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership

Technical Skills

  • Expertise in at least one backend language (C#, Node.js, Python, Java) and one modern frontend framework (Angular, React, Next.js, Vue.js)
  • Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, microservices architectures, and event-driven systems
  • Proficiency with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cosmos DB)
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks platform including Python, PySpark, Spark SQL, and building scalable data pipelines
  • Advanced Power BI development skills including DAX, Power Query, custom visualizations, and embedded dashboard creation
  • Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (Git), and DevOps practices
  • Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) including infrastructure as code, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architectures
  • Experience integrating AI agents and AI/ML capabilities into production applications

Soft Skills & Work Style

  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior team members
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to debugging and root cause analysis
  • Strong communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, distributed team environment across multiple time zones
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, production-ready code, * Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD)
  • Familiarity with Azure services such as Azure Functions, App Services, Service Bus, Event Grid, and Azure AI services
  • Knowledge of security best practices including authentication, authorization, data encryption, and vulnerability management
  • Experience with performance optimization, scalability patterns, and system observability tools
  • Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in technical communities
  • Understanding of commercial real estate, facility management, or workplace experience domains

Benefits & conditions

Why Join JLL?

  • Be part of a global leader in real estate and facility services with a strong digital transformation agenda
  • Work on impactful products that shape the future of workplace experience
  • Collaborate with diverse, international teams across time zones
  • Access to professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

123,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations., JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

About the company

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward., Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

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