Staff, Software Engineer
RemoteHunter · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Lead software strategy and technical design.
- Ensure high-quality, performant applications.
- Mentor junior developers and manage teams.
- Utilize Java, cloud, and microservices.
- Collaborate with distributed international teams.
About the role
About Our Client
The organization operates within the technology sector, focusing on delivering complex software solutions. It addresses challenges related to designing and implementing scalable, high-performance applications that integrate multiple systems and platforms. The program emphasizes adopting and evaluating advanced technologies to influence future business strategies and improve operational efficiency.About the Opportunity
The Staff, Software Engineer leads the strategy and technical design of major software projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality applications that meet performance expectations. This role is central to defining project plans, overseeing development and implementation, and guiding technical decisions. It involves mentoring junior developers and collaborating across distributed teams to align technical solutions with organizational goals.Responsibilities
- Lead strategy development and technical design for large software projects.
- Define timelines, project plans, and evaluate project feasibility, cost, and compatibility.
- Ensure application performance meets required standards.
- Manage vendor selection, negotiation, and evaluation of technical approaches.
- Oversee coding, testing, implementation, and documentation of software solutions.
- Perform complex programming tasks including debugging, maintenance, and modifications.
- Monitor and improve operating efficiency of existing application systems.
- Resolve customer inquiries and serve as a technical expert.
- Mentor and delegate tasks to junior developers.
- Design complex systems with multiple interfaces and platforms.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to guide future business strategies.
- Incorporate external technical knowledge into organizational IT work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of relevant software engineering experience.
- Proficiency with Java Enterprise and Java application servers such as WebSphere, WebLogic, or JBOSS.
- Experience with relational databases including Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server.
- Knowledge of web services and messaging layers using SOAP, REST, JAXB, and JMS.
- Familiarity with event-driven architecture and service-oriented architecture.
- Expertise in enterprise systems technologies including Java/J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, EMS, Kafka, JBoss, RDBMS, Cloud/Microservices, caching, secure development lifecycle, and distributed processing.
- Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), DevOps processes and tools, and containerization.
- Knowledge of cloud-based infrastructure and services such as Google Cloud Platform or equivalents like Bluemix, Cloud Foundry, Azure, AWS.
- Experience collaborating with distributed and international teams on IT projects.
- Ability to review business requirements and propose technical implementation roadmaps.
Pay Range and Compensation Package
The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.Key skills/competency
- Staff Software Engineer
- Software Development
- Technical Design
- Java Enterprise
- Relational Databases
- Web Services
- Event-Driven Architecture
- Cloud/Microservices
- CI/CD
- DevOps
Skills & topics
- Staff Software Engineer
- Software Engineering
- Java
- J2EE
- Cloud
- Microservices
- DevOps
- CI/CD
- Architecture
- System Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of experience, Java/J2EE expertise, cloud, and CI/CD skills.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience leading software projects and mentoring junior engineers.
- Demonstrate technical depth: Detail your proficiency with Java Enterprise, databases, web services, and architectures.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss technical challenges, system design, and collaboration with remote teams.
Technical preparation
Master Java Enterprise and application servers.,Practice SQL, Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server.,Build projects using REST, SOAP, JMS.,Develop using Spring, Hibernate, and Kafka.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex system you designed.,How do you mentor junior developers?,Share an experience leading a project.,How do you evaluate new technologies?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career progression for a Staff Software Engineer at this company?
- While specific paths can vary, a Staff Software Engineer role at this company often leads to Principal Engineer, Architect, or Technical Lead positions. The focus is on technical leadership and impact, with opportunities to shape future technology strategies.
- What kind of technical challenges can I expect as a Staff Software Engineer?
- As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges in designing scalable, high-performance applications, integrating diverse systems, and evaluating cutting-edge technologies. You'll be instrumental in solving intricate programming problems and improving system efficiency.
- How does RemoteHunter assist in the application process for this Staff Software Engineer role?
- RemoteHunter acts as a connector, helping exceptional candidates like yourself find and apply for roles with leading employers. For this Staff Software Engineer position, we guide you to complete your full application directly through the hiring company’s career page or ATS.
- What are the key technologies emphasized for the Staff Software Engineer position?
- Key technologies include Java/J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, application servers (WebSphere, WebLogic, JBoss), relational databases (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server), web services (SOAP, REST), event-driven and service-oriented architectures, cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure), and CI/CD/DevOps tools.
- Does this Staff Software Engineer role require experience with cloud platforms?
- Yes, experience with cloud-based infrastructure and services like Google Cloud Platform, Bluemix, Cloud Foundry, Azure, or AWS is a requirement for this Staff Software Engineer role.
- What is the company's approach to diversity and inclusion for this Staff Software Engineer role?
- The client is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity, and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.