Application Engineer

MMD Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Full time

Job summary

A prominent global leader seeks a Senior Application Engineer to join their Chicago team. The role involves deep expertise in Java, API development, and cloud engineering, focusing on building scalable solutions. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in application development, familiarity with Kubernetes, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position that offers an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of application development experience.
• Experience in building reusable components in enterprise environments.
• Strong skills in SQL, NoSQL, and cloud databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy enterprise Java and web applications.
• Build scalable, secure applications and support deployment.
• Collaborate with teams to define technical requirements.

Skills

Java

API development

Cloud engineering

DevOps practices

SQL

NoSQL

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Project management

Tools

Kubernetes

Snowflake

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Aurora

DB2

Job description

Base Pay Range

$60.00/hr - $85.00/hr

Job Summary

Our client is a prominent Global leader dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences with over 1,000 subsidiaries and affiliated brands. They are seeking a Senior Application Engineer to join their team immediately. The role combines deep technical expertise in Java, API development, cloud engineering, and modern DevOps practices with strong collaboration and problem‑solving skills. The ideal candidate excels in building scalable solutions, driving platform modernization efforts, and supporting cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy enterprise Java (J2EE) and web applications across on‑prem and cloud environments.
• Build scalable, secure applications and support testing, deployment, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, architecture, and business teams to define technical requirements and deliverables.
• Review code, enforce best practices, and support cross‑functional, distributed teams.
• Maintain and enhance CRM API and MDM platforms and assist with migrations to cloud architectures.
• Support and develop SOAP/REST APIs and data integrations across systems.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and help transition to cloud‑based automation tools.
• Troubleshoot issues, review logs, and perform root cause analysis.
• At least 7 years of application development experience with strong Java, J2EE, and full‑stack engineering skills.
• Experience building reusable components and working in large‑scale enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, CI/CD, and modern DevOps practices.
• Strong skills in SQL, NoSQL, and cloud databases (Snowflake, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Aurora, DB2).
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, collaboration, and project management abilities.
• Self‑driven, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in ambiguous environments.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Hospitality and Hotels and Motels

MMD Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.