Sr Software Engineer

As a Senior Software Engineer you will be creating innovative solutions by developing and implementing java applications to enhance our guest experience. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for helping estimate, plan and develop new features. Our team believes in autonomy, empowerment, and partnership; requiring the developer to take an ownership role in the product and technology that is developed for our guests. The role is a hands-on senior software engineer who will:

• Work closely with product managers and story owners to design features and prioritize tasks.
• Engineer solutions, code mobile applications, resolve defects, performance tune and deploy code.
• Assemble releases and drive improvements in the delivery and release processes.
• Partner with the mobile team to establish data contraxts.
• Owns the design and development of software fixes, enhancements, components, and/or new software systems and applications.
• Participate in software design, coding, code reviews, and assist software architects.
• Solve problems by collaborating across multiple teams, from product to design.
• Recommends improvements to processes, technology, and interfaces that improve the effectiveness of the team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar field or related work experience.

• Five to eight years of developing Java REST applications for enterprise or consumer use.
• Two or more years developing backend systems with Typescript
• Experience working in an Agile Team consisting of product, design, QA and development. Significant knowledge/experience in relevant technologies, such as:
• Strong foundation in CS Fundamentals, especially around best practices in code quality and design patterns
• Strong knowledge in Java 17, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Docker
• Knowledge of Typescript in the backend, beneficial if experience is in nest.js
• Networking such as HTTP Protocol and Socket connections
• Web Services (SOAP & REST)
• Software Performance Optimization (memory, CPU, scaling, etc...)
• Experience with Security and OWASP recommendations SOFT SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• The position requires frequent communication with senior leaders, technical colleagues and partners across several different geographic locations and time zones
• Proven ability to work with all members of an extended and diverse project team
• Must be detail-oriented, self-organized, be committed to quality and be capable of tracking multiple issues simultaneously
• Ability to handle virtual teams and work with resources in multiple sites (onsite, offshore, near shore)
• Excellent time management skills
• Support on-call response to critical operational issues; be able to work beyond normal hours and support implementation transition activities and hyper-care shifts as needed

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'. We also believe that actions speak louder than words. In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.