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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - Backend - **Company:** Allied Benefit Systems, LLC - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Multitier Architecture, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Logic, User Authentication, Build Automation, Microsoft Azure, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Data Security, Relational Databases, Programming Tools, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Entity Framework, Internet Services, Internet Service Provider, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, .NET Core, Backend, Solid Principles, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Terraform, Software Version Control, Web Api, Microservices - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=99d064bb1a5c0e73 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science or information Technology or equivalent work experience required. * Certifications & Licenses: none required, though MCSA, GCP, and HIPAA Awareness/Security are preferred., * 7+ years of professional software development experience building and supporting production grade systems * Experience designing and implementing APIs and backend services that encapsulate business logic and support frontend applications * Deep expertise in C# and .NET, including ASP.NET Web APIs and modern .NET (.NET Core) * Strong foundation in object oriented programming and design, with practical application of SOLID principles * Proven experience designing scalable application architectures, such as Microservices, N Tier, or Clean Architecture * Hands on experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL) and data access technologies such as Entity Framework Core or comparable ORMs * Experience writing maintainable, testable backend code, with exposure to TDD and/or BDD practices * Experience deploying and operating backend services and databases in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP * Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies, frameworks, or patterns as business and technical needs evolve * Ability to independently analyze problems and implement effective technical solutions, balancing quality, performance, and maintainability * Experience leveraging AI assisted development tools to improve productivity, code quality, or learning * Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts and tools such as Terraform * Experience with authentication and integration patterns, including SSO and system to system data exchange * Familiarity with Azure DevOps or similar platforms for source control and build automation POSITION COMPETENCIES * Job Knowledge * Time Management * Accountability * Communication * Initiative * Customer Focus ## Description The Senior Software Engineer Backend is responsible for designing and developing backend software solutions, including APIs and business logic, that support Allied's internal and external Digital products. The role involves solving technical problems, contributing to the design of scalable and maintainable systems, and providing technical guidance to junior developers. As a senior engineer, this position is also responsible for helping resolve technical issues and supporting the successful delivery of projects assigned to the team., * Design, develop, and maintain backend services, APIs, and business logic that enable frontend teams to focus on presentation and application behavior * Contribute to feature delivery while also supporting shared platform capabilities as needed to enable team and organizational goals * Collaborate with frontend engineers, product partners, and other stakeholders to ensure backend solutions effectively support feature requirements * Participate in roadmap execution that balances feature delivery with backend and platform health * Provide technical guidance to junior developers, particularly in backend design, code quality, and maintainability * Partner with the manager and stakeholders to identify and resolve technical or delivery blockers * Participate in code reviews to ensure solutions align with established engineering standards and best practices * Work across the full development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment * Contribute to the creation and maintenance of automated CI/CD pipelines supporting backend services * Meet expectations for productivity, quality, and achievement of individual and team goals * Collaborate with the manager to help shape technical strategies aligned with product and platform needs * Adhere to all applicable privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, and related standards * Other duties as assigned, Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. 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