Kforce's client in Evanston, IL is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in development and a strong background in data processing pipeline development, and software architecture design. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working with Python, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and DevOps tools. The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing scalable software solutions, leading architecture design, and ensuring the performance and reliability of our systems.
Responsibilities:
Take ownership of architecture design and development of scalable and distributed software systems
Translate business to technical requirements
Own technical execution, ensuring code quality, adherence to deadlines, and efficient resource allocation
Data driven decision making skills with focus on achieving product goals
Design and develop data ingestion and processing pipelines capable of handling large-scale events
Responsible for the complete software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment
Utilize AWS services/Azure services like IAM, Monitoring, Load Balancing, Autoscaling, Database, Networking, storage, ECR, AKS, ACR, etc.
Implement DevOps practices using tools like Docker, Kubernetes to ensure continuous integration and delivery; Develop DevOps scripts for automation and monitoring
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct code reviews, and provide guidance on software design and best practices
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
At least 5 years of experience in software development, with relevant work experience
Strong coding skills with proficiency in Python and Javascript
Experience with API frameworks both stateless and stateful such as Fast API, Django
Well versed in implementation of web sockets, gRPC, access management using JWT (Azure AD, IDM preferred)
Proficient in cloud platforms, specifically AWS, Azure, or GCP
Knowledge and hands-on experience with front-end development (React JS, Next JS, Tailwind CSS) preferred
Understanding and experience with LLM APIs (Open AI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock) and SDKs (Langchain, DSPy) preferred
Hands-on experience with DevOps tools including Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS services (Redshift, RDS, S3)
Experience in production deployments involving thousands of users
Strong understanding of scalable application design principles and experience with security best practices and compliance with privacy regulations
Good knowledge of software engineering practices like version control (GIT), DevOps (Azure DevOps preferred) and Agile or Scrum
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to a diverse audience
Experience of SDLC and best practices while development
Experience with Agile methodology for continuous product development and delivery
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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