Senior Software Developer - #26-20955

Client is scaling its AI and software engineering capabilities as part of a broader modernization and “rewire” initiative across infrastructure systems. This role is for a senior, hands-on software engineer who will contribute to building new application functionality while integrating with complex legacy systems., * Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable, production-ready software applications in cloud-based environments.

• Develop backend services, REST APIs, and application components using Python and other modern programming languages.
• Write complex SQL queries, optimize database performance, and support data modeling and integration.
• Modernize legacy applications by migrating existing systems and integrating them with cloud-native platforms.
• Build and enhance frontend components using modern JavaScript frameworks as needed.
• Develop and maintain applications on AWS and/or GCP, following cloud-native architecture and development practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineering teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, improve application performance, and ensure code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment, adapt to evolving requirements, and quickly learn new technologies.

• 10+ years of hands-on software engineering and application development experience.
• Strong experience in Python development, backend engineering, API development, and SQL.
• Proven experience developing and deploying applications on AWS and/or GCP.
• Experience modernizing legacy applications, migrating workloads to the cloud, and integrating legacy systems with modern platforms.
• Experience building enterprise-grade applications in product-oriented engineering environments

Skillset:

• Strong programming experience in Python and/or other modern backend languages such as Java, Node.js, or C#.
• Hands-on experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Strong SQL skills, including complex queries, database optimization, and data modeling.
• Experience with AWS and/or GCP cloud services and cloud-native application development.
• Working knowledge of frontend technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React, or similar frameworks.
• Experience with application modernization, legacy system integration, and cloud migration.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and Agile software development practices.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience., * GCP experience is preferred; AWS experience is also highly relevant.
• Exposure to distributed systems, microservices architecture, and scalable application design.
• Experience working with enterprise legacy applications and transitioning them to modern cloud platforms.
• Exposure to AI-enabled or data-driven applications is a plus; direct AI/ML model development is not required.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver solutions with minimal supervision.