Senior Backend Engineer - FinTech, Hybrid, Impactful

FIS; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

FIS is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our hybrid team in the United States. You will develop scalable software across backend and frontend, work with Java, Spring Boot, Micronaut, and modern tech like AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product, UX, and QA to deliver robust fintech solutions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in software engineering, a CS-related degree, and strong REST/microservices expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and Micronaut with RESTful APIs and microservices expertise.
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, and cloud-native environments (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker).

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Mentor junior team members and promote continuous learning.
• Engage in full-stack development from backend to UI with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX, and QA to deliver features.
• Analyze complex problems and optimize systems for performance and reliability.
• Maintain code quality, security, and coding standards.

Skills

5+ years exp

SaaS/FinTech focus

Java

Spring Boot

Micronaut

RESTful APIs

Microservices

PostgreSQL

Redis

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD (Jenkins, Git)

Jira/Confluence

Education

BS in Computer Science or related

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Kubernetes

Docker

ReactJS

Job description

FIS is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our hybrid team in the United States. You will develop scalable software across backend and frontend, work with Java, Spring Boot, Micronaut, and modern tech like AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product, UX, and QA to deliver robust fintech solutions. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in software engineering, a CS-related degree, and strong REST/microservices expertise.