Senior Software Engineer

SAN R&D Business Solutions; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to design and build scalable digital platforms. This contract-to-hire position is remote but requires candidates to be located in Arizona. Responsibilities include architecting secure software solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and optimizing development workflows. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of JavaScript frameworks, Node.js, SQL, and cloud technologies. Join a collaborative team passionate about high-quality software development.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong experience with frameworks including Vue.js, Nuxt.js, and Nest.js.
• Solid understanding of backend development with Node.js and SQL databases.
• Experience deploying and managing cloud-based services.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best coding practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to prioritize features and enhancements.
• Conduct code reviews and influence technical direction.
• Maintain and optimize CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

JavaScript frameworks

Node.js backend development

SQL databases

Cloud technologies

Agile/Scrum

Problem-solving

Debugging

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Vue.js

Nuxt.js

Nest.js

AWS

Azure

GCP

Python

Job description

Location: Tempe, AZ (Remote – AZ candidates only)

Employment Type: W2 Contract (Contract-to-Hire)

Visa: USC / GC only

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help design, build, and scale digital platforms that support a growing portfolio of learning solutions. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in Agile environments, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about building secure, scalable, and high-quality software.

Although the role is remote, candidates must be located in Arizona.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Delivery

• Architect, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software solutions
• Break down complex requirements into actionable engineering tasks
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Write automated tests and ensure quality through CI/CD best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues
• Collaborate with product and cross-functional teams to prioritize features and enhancements

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead architectural discussions and influence technical direction
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best coding practices
• Conduct code reviews and advocate for engineering excellence

Architecture & Collaboration

• Design and maintain system architectures involving APIs, cloud services, and databases
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system designs and runbooks

Developer Experience & Engineering Process

• Improve development workflows, tooling, and deployment processes
• Maintain and optimize CI/CD pipelines
• Identify automation opportunities and reduce system complexity through refactoring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field plus 5+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong experience with:
  • JavaScript frameworks: Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Nest.js
  • Node.js backend development
  • SQL databases
  • Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-stack product development experience
• Experience with Python
• Strong understanding of software architecture, performance optimization, and design patterns
• Experience deploying and managing cloud-based services
• Prior experience mentoring junior developers
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder communication skills

Working Environment

• Primarily remote (Arizona-based candidates only)
• Extended screen time and computer usage required
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication required