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Senior / Lead Software Engineer - Remote

Jobot
Chicago, IL, United States
$55-$85 an hour
Remote
Full-time

Fintech company is looking for a Senior and Lead level software engineer skilled in test automation!

This Jobot Job is hosted by : Sydney Weaver

Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.

Salary : $55 - $85 per hour

A bit about us :

A leading FinTech organization is seeking experienced software engineers to fill two critical remote positions : Lead Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer.

These roles are long-term contract positions, requiring W2 employment. If you're passionate about building scalable, secure systems and have strong AWS expertise, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Your focus will be on software engineering, with an 80% emphasis on development and a 20% emphasis on integrating testing and quality assurance.

The work environment is remote, with two rounds of technical interviews, including hands-on coding and test strategy exercises, ensuring that only the most skilled candidates join this elite team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Software Engineer (10+ Years of Experience) :
  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of complex, cloud-based software solutions.
  • Mentor and guide a team of engineers, promoting best practices in software development and DevOps.
  • Oversee system design, ensuring scalability, performance, and security across all solutions.
  • Implement and maintain CI / CD pipelines, integrating automated testing to ensure high-quality releases.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and deliver robust products.

Senior Software Engineer (7+ Years of Experience) :

  • Design and develop software solutions with a focus on AWS cloud services.
  • Participate in system architecture discussions and contribute to the design of scalable, secure systems.
  • Write and review code in Java or Python, ensuring adherence to best practices in object-oriented development.
  • Implement test automation strategies, including unit testing and performance optimization.
  • Work closely with DevOps to streamline CI / CD processes and improve software delivery.

Why join us?

Jobot offers the following benefits for W2 Employees :

  • Blue Shield - Platinum or Silver Health Insurance
  • Guardian Vision & Dental
  • Health Advocacy Service
  • Balance Care by ENI
  • Life / Accidental Death & Disability
  • 401k
  • Guideline 401K

Why Join Us?

  • 100% Remote Flexibility : Work from anywhere while contributing to high-impact projects in the FinTech sector.
  • Career Growth : Long-term stability with opportunities to advance within a leading financial technology organization.
  • Challenging Work : Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the financial industry, utilizing cutting-edge technology.
  • Collaborative Environment : Be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

If you're an experienced software engineer with the skills and drive to excel in a remote FinTech environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Job Details

Education and Experience Requirements

Lead Software Engineer :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience, or equivalent training and / or work experience.
  • Extensive system design experience.
  • Strong object-oriented development skills.
  • Advanced experience with cloud technologies, particularly AWS.
  • Expertise in data storage technologies and performance tuning.
  • Solid experience in DevOps practices and CI / CD pipeline management.
  • Proficiency in test automation, unit testing, and software security.

Senior Software Engineer :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience, or equivalent training and / or work experience.
  • Strong system design experience.
  • Proficiency in object-oriented development.
  • Significant experience with cloud technologies, particularly AWS.
  • Knowledge of data storage technologies and performance optimization.
  • Experience with DevOps practices and CI / CD tools.
  • Skills in test automation, unit testing, and software security.
  • Previous experience in the financial sector or with financial systems is highly desirable.
  • Must be authorized to work in the USA and eligible to work on a W2 basis (no 1099 or C2C options available).

Interview Process

Round 1 : A 1.5-hour software development exercise focused on Java.

Round 2 : A 2-hour exercise dedicated to developing a test strategy for a hypothetical product.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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