Software Engineer

Job Description

Description We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and services. This individual will contribute to full-stack development efforts across backend services, APIs, authentication systems, and modern web applications. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Java-based enterprise systems, modern frontend frameworks, authentication technologies (including OKTA), database design, and emerging AI-enabled solutions. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, architectural thinking, collaboration within Agile/Scrum teams, and mentorship of junior engineers. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable enterprise applications using Java and Spring frameworks. Develop and maintain RESTful web services and APIs. Build and enhance modern front-end applications using React and Node.js. Design, optimize, and maintain relational databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL). Implement secure authentication and authorization solutions, including integration with OKTA and other identity providers. Develop secure API integrations using OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML, JWT, and related authentication standards. Contribute to system architecture decisions and technical design documentation. Integrate AI/ML-based services and APIs into enterprise applications where applicable. Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement. Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, QA, DevOps, and UX teams. Perform code reviews Ensure high code quality, performance, scalability, and security standards. Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). At least 3 years of professional software development experience. Strong proficiency in: + Java (3+) and Spring / Spring Boot + RESTful web services + Node.js + React (or comparable modern frontend framework) Strong experience with relational databases: + Microsoft SQL Server + PostgreSQL Experience designing scalable, secure, distributed systems. Hands-on experience integrating OKTA or similar Identity Providers (IdP). Familiarity of authentication and authorization technologies: + OAuth2 + OpenID Connect (OIDC) + SAML Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical discussions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience implementing AI-enabled features or integrating AI services (e.g., LLM APIs, ML services, predictive analytics, AI-assisted workflows). Experience with microservices architecture. Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks Experience with secure coding standards and compliance frameworks. Technical Competencies Backend Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices, Web Services Frontend React, Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3 Databases MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Query optimization, Indexing, Data modeling Authentication & Security OKTA, OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, JWT, RBAC, Secure API design AI & Emerging Technologies AI/ML service integration, API-based AI services, data-driven application enhancements Methodologies Agile, Scrum, Test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD Soft Skills Strong analytical and architectural thinking Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proactive ownership mindset Ability to work independently and collaboratively