Senior Software Apps Engineer (Backend Engineer)

Generis Tek Inc; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Generis Tek Inc is seeking a Senior Software Apps Engineer (Backend Engineer) for a remote contract role focused on building innovative sports applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python, server-side API development, and experience with AI technologies. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with a talented team and contribute to creating enriching user experiences within sports tech.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python development experience.
• Experience with server-side API programming focusing on web services.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable, efficient systems for real-time sports data.
• Collaborate on product ideation and planning.
• Deliver timely and quality outputs on roadmap items.

Skills

Python

API Programming

Object-Oriented Design

CI/CD Pipelines

Containerization

AWS

AI Exposure

Communication Skills

Education

BS in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Generis Tek Inc

Building Teams that shape Generis Tek's future

Please contact: To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Abhinav Chakraborty at email address [e-mail] can be reached on # 630-576-1925.

We have Contract role Senior Software Apps Engineer (Backend Engineer)-Remote for our client at Chicago IL. Please let me know if you or any of your friends would be interested in this position.

Senior Software Apps Engineer (Backend Engineer)-Remote-Chicago IL

Location : Remote

Project Duration : 12+ Months Contract

Pay Rate : $65/hr. on W2

• How does this role fit within the team/department?
• We are looking for seasoned back-end developers who are passionate about technology and excited about the potential of AI-driven innovations in sports experiences. Join our growing team to help define and build cutting-edge sports applications while taking our top-rated sports and fantasy apps to the next level.
• As a back-end developer, you’ll work with a team of talented engineers to design and build scalable, efficient systems that deliver real-time sports data, personalized experiences, and engaging fan interactions used by millions worldwide. If you are passionate about building world-class technology and excited to push the boundaries of what’s possible in sports tech, we’d love to hear from you!
• Overview of the team:
• The team currently consists of 3 talented engineers who are focusing on building enriching user experiences using AI technology within the field of sports.
• Key team goals:
• Build and launch product driven enhanced user experiences within Sports and Fantasy products to positively impact metrics like revenue, DAU, mins spent, page views etc…
• Primary responsibilities (daily/weekly):
• Collaborate with product and/or rest of the team on ideation, planning and timely execution of roadmap to accomplish the goals mentioned in section 1.
• Since the team works remotely, I am looking for developers who can think and execute independently and have really good communication skills.
• Key projects or initiatives for the role:
• Sports taxonomy based content enrichments
• AI initiatives around Fantasy product
• Personalization of content and data
• How is success measured?
• Already mentioned above under Key team goals
• Timely and quality deliverables on roadmap items
• Availability/Uptime of services

Section 3: Candidate Profile

• Must-have skills/qualifications (technical, soft skills, certifications, tools):
• At least 4+ years of Python development experience, including building and supporting user-facing web products (more experience for IC4 role)
• At least 4+ years of experience with server-side API programming focusing on scalable, high-performance web services (more experience for IC4 role)
• Strong fundamentals in object-oriented design, design patterns, data structures, algorithm design, and problem-solving
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and AWS infrastructure
• Commitment to well-designed, well-documented code
• BS in Computer Science or Engineering
• Self-motivated, well-organized team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exposure to AI is a must. Experience or expertise in AI development (or working on an AI based product) is a strong plus.
• Ideal experience level (years, leadership, industries): 4+ years
• Any preferred industries or companies for background.
• Experience building and scaling web products
• Experience in using AI to develop code and solve problems
• A passion for sports and fantasy sports
• Desired personality or work style:
• Self-motivated, well-organized team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Can work independently

Section 4: Recruitment & Logistics

• Hiring timeline and deadlines:
• Asap (As one of the engineers is going on a paternity leave and we need 3+ engineering team to deliver on identified roadmap items)
• Interview process (who, how many rounds):
• 3 rounds
• Manager will do one round (half-technical and half-behavioral fit). Rest 2 rounds will be handled by 2 developers (technical rounds).
• Location and remote work options:
• Any other location works as long as engineers can keep time overlap between 9 am PT - 2:30/3 pm PT.
• Good with Remote work as we are relying on ownership and accountability
• Time zone preferences or travel requirements:
• Looking for time overlap between 9 am PT - 2:30/3 pm PT

To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Abhinav Chakraborty at email address [e-mail] can be reached on # 630-576-1925.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Pension plan

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