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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Engineer, Software Engineering - **Company:** Ares Capital Corporation - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Distributed Systems, Github, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, TypeScript, Data Logging, System Availability, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Gitlab, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Service Stack, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://aresmgmt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Los-Angeles-CA---Century-City/Senior-Engineer--Software-Engineering_R8298 ## About the Role * 5+ years of professional software engineering experience. * 2+ years of experience working within a large-scale enterprise environment. * Experience designing, developing, and supporting distributed applications and services. * Experience working within Agile and DevOps-focused delivery organizations. * Demonstrated experience across the software development lifecycle, from design through production support. * Full-stack development experience is preferred. Technical Skills * Proficiency in two or more programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or similar. * Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure. * Experience with source control platforms including GitHub and/or GitLab. * Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tooling. * Experience with Kubernetes and containerized application deployment. * Experience using Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code technologies. * Experience with monitoring and observability tools. * Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating environments. * Experience working with Jira or other Agile project management and issue-tracking platforms. Professional Competencies * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. * Demonstrated ownership mentality with a focus on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. * Strong commitment to operational excellence and customer service., * Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400, or equivalent). * Experience with cloud security best practices and compliance requirements. * Experience supporting highly available, mission-critical production systems. * Experience with automated testing frameworks and DevSecOps practices. * Financial services industry experience is a plus. ## Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Engineer to join our Cloud, DevOps, and Operations organization. This role is responsible for designing, building, automating, and supporting modern cloud-based infrastructure and applications that power critical business services. The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering skills with expertise in cloud technologies, infrastructure automation, CI/CD practices, and platform operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to improve platform reliability, scalability, security, and operational excellence while driving automation-first solutions across the technology stack. Candidates should possess strong development experience, hands-on cloud expertise, and a passion for building resilient, highly automated environments. 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