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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Innovation Software Engineer - **Company:** Genesis10 - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $133,120.0 - $149,760.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Digital Assets, Python (Programming Language), Secure Coding, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Scripting, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Software Security, Ios Frameworks, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AI Platforms, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/26cccada-4df5-4d3a-841f-dad5309a9f7d ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related technical field * 8+ years of experience in software engineering, application development, and end-to-end innovative solution delivery * Demonstrated hands-on software development experience building full-stack applications end-to-end such as APIs, back-end applications, and UIs * Strong experience building AI-enabled solutions and integrating models/services into applications in a hands-on capacity * Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, progressing despite ambiguity and ability to independently lead development workstreams from concept to execution * Clear, structured verbal and written communication skills; collaborative and proactive working style Desired Skills: * Strong full-stack experience (backend apps and building functional UIs quickly) * Experience with Google Cloud / Vertex AI / Gemini or comparable AI platforms * Strong hands-on development experience using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar) and/or experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools * Experience with cloud development, containerization, CI/CD, and deploying applications into enterprise environments * Experience building automation solutions (workflow engines, scripting, web automation, system-to-system integration) * Experience with secure coding practices, application security basics, and building in regulated environments * Proven track record of delivering innovative solutions using emerging technologies, with focus on rapid experimentation, implementation, and measurable outcomes ## Description This role focuses on the high-velocity development of innovation solutions, building applications, APIs, workflow automations, and integrations that demonstrate clear business value. The Senior Innovation Software Engineer will partner closely across the Innovation team to develop end-to-end high-quality prototype applications, implement AI-enabled features, and ensure solutions are well-designed, testable, and ready for broader reuse., * Lead the development of prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to validate new ideas and technologies, with emphasis on building working applications end-to-end * Design and implement APIs, backend services, workflow automations, and UI experiences to support innovation use cases * Build AI-enabled application capabilities (e.g., agent workflows, prompt/tooling patterns, evaluation and guardrails) in partnership with AI technical leadership * Experiment with, develop, and implement emerging technology solutions (e.g., agent-based workflows, digital assets, etc.) and translate into working solutions * Develop and maintain rapid development patterns for innovation solutions (starter kits, reusable components, internal demos, and implementation playbooks) * Integrate solutions with enterprise systems as needed (identity/access, data sources, eventing, internal services), partnering with architecture and platform stakeholders * Evaluate emerging tools and frameworks that improve engineering velocity and quality (AI-assisted development, orchestration frameworks, UI frameworks) * Operate with limited supervision, proactively defining tasks, making progress visible, and driving solutions to completion ## Related Videos - [The Future of Developer Experience with GenAI: Driving Engineering Excellence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1107-the-future-of-developer-experience-with-genai-driving-engineering-excellence) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [JavaScript? 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