Senior Software Architect

Supernova Technology™; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible PTO policies

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Software Architect to shape the future of their innovative cloud-based platform. In this pivotal role, you'll design scalable and secure systems while collaborating with talented teams to drive technical excellence. Your expertise in backend development and emerging technologies will be crucial in enhancing the platform's architecture, ensuring it meets the growing demands of the business. Join a passionate team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and impactful contributions, and make a significant difference in the financial technology landscape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience focusing on backend and ETL or API development.
• Expertise in Java or Python, with hands-on experience in AWS Lambda preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of platform software modules.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

Backend Development

Java

Python

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS Lambda

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

About Us
Founded in 2014, we offer the industry’s first and only cloud-based, fully-customizable, end-to-end software solution to automate securities-based lending from origination through the life of the loan. By combining thought leadership in suitability and risk management with industry-leading education and the latest technology, Supernova enables advisors to deliver holistic, goals-based advice and to help their clients achieve financial wellness. We partner with the industry’s largest banks, most prominent insurance companies and leading online brokerages to democratize access to securities-based lending and better the entire financial ecosystem.

Why Join Supernova?
At Supernova Technology, we believe that the best results come from a team that is passionate, driven, and supported in all aspects of their professional lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented and innovative individuals who are committed to driving the future of securities-based lending technology. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and growth, where each person’s contributions make a real impact.

Job Description
As a Senior Software Architect, you will play a critical role in defining the architecture and technical vision for Supernova’s cloud-based Security-Based Lending (SBL) SaaS platform. You will be responsible for designing scalable, high-performing, and secure systems that support our business services and APIs.

We are looking for a technical leader who is passionate about software design, architecture, and emerging technologies, with a proven track record of building and evolving complex software systems. This role will work closely with engineering teams, product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure the platform’s architecture supports the company’s growth and long-term objectives.

This is a strategic and hands-on role that will directly influence Supernova’s technical roadmap, guiding the development of robust, scalable, and secure solutions. The Senior Software Architect will be instrumental in driving innovation and excellence across our technology stack.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the effort in the development, and maintenance of our platform software modules.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize requirements and translate them into actionable technical tasks.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions that adhere to best practices and meet business requirements.
• Review code, providing constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards and guidelines.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions, contributing to the overall technical vision and direction of the team.
• Build and maintain unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Continuously improve the performance, reliability, and security of our web services and ETL jobs.
• Address technical debt, refactor code as necessary, and drive improvements in the team's software development processes and practices.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in ETL job and API development, and share knowledge and insights with the team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• At least 5 years of software development experience with a focus on backend development, either in ETL job design and development, or Web Service API development.
• Either expertise in Java and Spring Boot, or comparable expertise in Python and Pandas for backend development.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Lambda development in Python is a plus.
• Experience in Java or Python library is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining unit tests and integration tests.
• Familiarity with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of micro-services, event-driven architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is preferred.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented problem-solving abilities and excellent communication, capable of both independent work and effective collaboration in a team environment.

Our Employee Benefits
At Supernova Technology, we provide a robust benefits package to support the health and well-being of our employees. Our offerings include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plans with coverage for employees and dependents.
• HSA and FSA Accounts: Tax-advantaged accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic coverage with options for additional voluntary coverage.
• Compensation: $120,000 - $170,000 per year.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services, including free therapy sessions.
• Paid Time Off: Flexible PTO policies.
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, continuing education assistance, and more.

Our Core Values
Our core values drive everything we do. At Supernova, we...

• Form, execute, and communicate new ideas that add value to our employees and customers.
• Strive through obstacles and failures.
• Follow-through on promises or commitments to others, accept responsibility, and answer for actions & decisions.
• Listen to, understand, and support our employees and customers.
• Act with speed, positive attitude, and flexibility.
• Exceed expectations and surpass ourselves every day; we embrace a sense of pride and never stop growing.

Join us and make an impact while growing your career at Supernova.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development