Senior Search Software Engineer – Java/Scala, Big Data

Clear Concepts, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer in North Carolina to design, develop, and test software with a focus on search technologies.

You will translate requirements into scalable, maintainable code, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead feature design across modules. Ideal candidate has 4+ years in software development and strong Java/Scala/Python skills, plus experience with Spring Boot, REST, and search systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, Scala, and Python.
• Expert-level knowledge in: Java, Object‑Oriented Design; Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Gradle; RESTful web services; Search technologies (Lucene, Solr); Large‑scale search systems and search architecture.
• Experience with Big Data technologies and the Hadoop ecosystem.
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix environments and database design principles.
• Strong communication skills—oral, written, and presentation.
• Creative problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, develop, and test software programs and systems with a focus on search technologies.
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, maintainable code using industry-standard programming practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and delegate development tasks effectively.
• Lead the design and implementation of new features and enhancements across multiple system modules.
• Conduct and participate in unit, system, performance, and acceptance testing; recommend and implement improvements.
• Champion innovation in search technologies, staying current with emerging trends and tools.
• Drive the development and interpretation of technical requirements and specifications.

Job description

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer in North Carolina to design, develop, and test software with a focus on search technologies.

You will translate requirements into scalable, maintainable code, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead feature design across modules. Ideal candidate has 4+ years in software development and strong Java/Scala/Python skills, plus experience with Spring Boot, REST, and search systems.