Senior Software Engineer

Upbound Group Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Upbound Group Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Enterprise & Store Technology team. This hands-on role blends design, development, testing, and production support for scalable, secure applications across digital and retail channels in the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico.

You will lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and influence architecture while embracing modern practices and AI-powered tools to boost productivity and delivery quality.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience.
• Enterprise-scale, cloud-based environment experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or related field.
• Strong full-stack capabilities with front-end and back-end skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support enterprise applications and services.
• Build and maintain APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions.
• Lead projects through full SDLC and production support.
• Mentor engineers and influence architecture and implementation approaches.

Skills

Full-stack

React/Angular

Backend: Node/Java/Python

REST & Microservices

AWS Cloud

SQL Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer
About Upbound
Upbound Group (NASDAQ: UPBD) is a technology-driven platform company focused on expanding financial opportunity through innovative and inclusive solutions. Our brands, including Rent-A-Center, Acima, and Brigit, serve customers across digital and retail channels throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Enterprise & Store Technology team. This is a hands-on, highly technical Senior Engineer role where you will spend approximately 60-70% of your time designing, developing software , while the remaining time is focused on technical leadership, mentoring engineers, influencing architecture, and driving delivery excellence.
You will partner closely with product managers, architects, business stakeholders, and engineering teams to build scalable, secure, and high-performing applications. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer who enjoys staying close to the code, solving complex technical problems, and influencing technical direction across the organization.
As part of our ongoing technology transformation, we're also looking for someone who embraces modern engineering practices and AI-powered tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code to improve developer productivity, accelerate delivery, and enhance software quality.

What You’ll Do

Software Development & Delivery

• Design, develop, test, and support enterprise applications and services.
• Build and maintain APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions.
• Drive code quality through code reviews, testing strategies, and engineering best practices.
• Lead projects through the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment and production support.

Technical Leadership

• Mentor and coach engineers through technical guidance and code reviews.
• Influence architecture, design decisions, and implementation approaches.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Promote engineering standards and continuous improvement across the team.

AI & Engineering Innovation

• Champion the adoption of AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and modern engineering practices.
• Explore and implement AI-driven capabilities that enhance business applications and developer experience.

Collaboration & Operations

• Partner with product, business, and technology teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and support production environments.
• Participate in releases, UAT, and ongoing application enhancements.

What We’re Looking For

Technical Skills

• Strong full-stack development experience.
• Front-end experience with React or Angular.
• Back-end development experience with Node.js, Java, or Python.
• Experience building REST APIs, microservices, and distributed applications.
• Cloud experience, preferably AWS.
• Strong database design and SQL skills.

Leadership & Approach

• Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring engineers.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on development with technical leadership responsibilities.
• Experience working collaboratively across technical and business teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI development tools.
• Exposure to AI-driven, intelligent, or data-centric applications.
• Experience in retail, fintech, or omni-channel environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of software development experience.
• Experience designing and delivering solutions within enterprise-scale, cloud-based environments.

Sponsorship

Applicants mustbe authorized towork for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visaat this time.