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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer III - **Company:** HNTB - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $105,591.0 - $165,155.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Audit Trail, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Cloud Computing Security, Software Quality, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Systems, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Amazon DynamoDB, Identity and Access Management, Subnetting, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, Node.Js, NoSQL, OAuth, OpenID, Oracle (Applications), Software Architecture, Role-Based Access Control, Redis, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Software Systems, Systems Integration, Data Logging, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring Cloud, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Backend, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cloudwatch, Programming Languages - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7F5B0AAE1BB5482A92132FFEEDF5028A/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or * Master's degree in computer science or related field and 4 years of relevant experience, or * In lieu of education, 9 years of relevant experience. What You'll Bring: * Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns. * Experience with CI/CD, cloud platforms, and container orchestration. * Advanced proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks. * Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor others. What We Prefer: * Experience designing solutions using various cloud platforms including AWS and MS Azure. * Building Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that allow the backend to communicate seamlessly with the front end (what the user sees) and third-party services. * Performance & Scalability: Optimizing the server and database architecture to ensure the app runs fast, even during sudden spikes in traffic * Languages & Frameworks: Python, C#, JavaScript/Node.js * Databases : Experience with one or more databases such as (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Oracle, NoSQL) * Experience developing and maintaining public-facing SaaS applications supporting stakeholder engagement and data collection * Experience in integrating third-party services and APIs (e.g., communication tools, data systems, GIS, outreach platforms) * Experience implementing secure application design practices, including: * PII data protection (masking, validation, controlled access) * Role-based access control and identity management * Familiarity with public-sector compliance frameworks (NIST, SOC, ISO) * Understanding of SSO integrations (SAML, identity providers like Entra ID) * Strong experience building and supporting cloud-native applications on AWS (multi-region architectures where applicable) * Proficiency in AWS services such as: * Compute (EC2, Lambda, container services ECS) * Storage (S3, EBS) * Databases (RDS, DynamoDB) * Networking (VPC, subnets, security groups) * Deep understanding of the AWS Shared Responsibility Model and secure cloud design * Strong understanding of the web development lifecycle and programming techniques and tools. * Excellent project and time management skills. * Collaborating with the front-end developers and other team members to establish objectives and design more functional, cohesive codes to enhance the user experience. * Knowledge or Experience implementing: * Authentication (login), Authorization (permissions), Encryption, and Data Protection Protocols * Identity and Access Management (IAM) * Encryption (KMS, TLS in transit, encryption at rest) * Logging and monitoring (CloudTrail, CloudWatch, Security Hub) * Familiarity with cloud compliance and audit readiness (SOC 2, NIST controls) * Understanding in Oauth, OpenID, Microsoft Identity, OpenIddict, or other security frameworks ## Description At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for contributing to the design and development of innovative software solutions for complex business needs. You will work with clients and stakeholders to help define software solution strategy and contribute to architectural decisions using advanced technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for managing assigned tasks, contributing to the definition of scope and technical approach, and ensuring quality and performance in solution delivery. You will also provide technical guidance to junior team members and support the evolution of development practices, positioning yourself for future leadership in enterprise software solution initiatives. This role bridges individual contribution and technical leadership, preparing you for senior-level responsibilities by expanding your influence across projects and teams. What You'll Do: * Leads the development of complex software components and features. * Works with clients and stakeholders to help define software solution strategy and architecture. * Manages assigned tasks and contributes to defining scope, technical approach, and delivery plans. * Ensures code quality, performance, and security through reviews, testing, and optimization. * Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. * Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate software into enterprise systems. * Supports the evolution of development practices and contributes to architectural decisions. * Participates in Agile planning, estimation, and retrospectives. * Performs other duties as assigned., HNTB will recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles, and will ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to an individual's protected veteran or disability status. All employment decisions will be based only on valid job requirements. In addition, employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in or may engage in any of the following activities: (1) filing a complaint; (2) assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; (3) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by Section 4212, Section 503, their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; or (4) exercising any other right protected by Section 4212, Section 503, or their implementing regulations. The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. These plans are available for review upon request during normal business hours. Any questions or requests to review should be directed to your Human Resources Partner. As Chief Executive Officer, I fully support our affirmative action program and am committed to the implementation of the company's affirmative action policy. I have delegated overall responsibility for this policy to the Business Integrity Director. The Manager of HR Compliance & Immigration is responsible for the implementation, auditing, and reporting of this policy and program, assisted by the office's Human Resources Partner. 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