Role overview

Qualifications

Experience developing code in at least 1 backend language (Java, Kotlin, Scala, NodeJS, Ruby, C#, etc.)
Experience creating and integrating with API technologies such as: REST APIs and/or GraphQL
Extensive experience developing and deploying software products
Bonus points for proficiency in the JRE space

Responsibilities

Leveraging deep technical knowledge to solve complex business problems
Exemplifying high standards and attention to detail in aesthetics of code, user experience, and security
Willingness to mentor dev teammates and be mentored by freight industry experts
Codifying our software development process, including procedures for writing unit tests, performing code reviews, etc.

Key facts

Remote from: Illinois (USA)
Full time
Back-End Developer
English

Hard skills

Back End (Software Engineering) Java (Programming Language) Amazon Web Services Kotlin Scala (Programming Language) Node.js (Javascript Library) RubyGems C# (Programming Language) GraphQL Unit Testing Software Deployment AWS Lambda MySQL PostgreSQL Amazon DynamoDB MongoDB

Other skills

Public Speaking
Problem Solving
Detail Oriented
Mentorship
Collaboration
Adaptability

About the company

HiresRight, Inc.

Human Resources Services

HiresRight is a global solution provider of Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, and Consulting Services. Based in Chicago, IL, HiresRight is disrupting the recruiting market of old by offering solutions that benefit our clients and candidates in an ever-changing marketplace. For over 25 years our team of consultants has delivered recruiting solutions for Start-Ups, Mid-Market, and Fortune 500 Companies across the globe.

Company details

Company typeSmall startup

IndustryHuman Resources Services

Company size2 - 10

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Job description

Our client is looking for a Backend technologist to build services and APIs to support our next generation of products. You will join our team of other world-class Engineers and collaborate closely with our Operations, UX/UI Design, Product, Marketing, and external teams. While we prefer candidates located in Chicago, we will consider exceptional applicants in other locations.

Responsibilities

Leveraging deep technical knowledge to solve complex business problems

Exemplifying high standards and attention to detail in aesthetics of code, user experience, and security

Willingness to mentor dev teammates and be mentored by freight industry experts

Understanding the latest emerging technology and knowing when and when not to use it

Codifying our software development process, including procedures for writing unit tests, performing code reviews, etc.

Supporting production deployments

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Technology Skills

Experience developing code in at least 1 backend language (Java, Kotlin, Scala, NodeJS, Ruby, C#, etc.)

Bonus points for proficiency in the JRE space

Experience creating and integrating with API technologies such as: REST APIs and/or GraphQL

You can skillfully write high-quality, performant, and well-tested code

You have extensive experience developing and deploying software products

You advocate for technical excellence while being open to change when needed

Bonus Skills/Qualifications

Experience working with AWS Services such as AWS Lambda, ECS, RDS, SQS/Event Bus

Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases such as MySQL, Postgres, DynamoDB, MongoDB, etc.

You are present in the external tech community and proactively share your expertise with others via speaking engagements, contributions to open source, blogs, and more

You're resilient in ambiguous situations and can approach challenges from multiple perspectives

Benefits

Salary based on experience

Stock option incentive

Flexible work-from-home policy with available office space in downtown Chicago

Unlimited PTO / Paid Holidays

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance options (company covers 100% of insurance premiums)

401k with company matching

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