Senior Software Engineer – API & Cloud Integrations (Java, AWS)

Transamerica Corporation; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan and 401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually

Job summary

Transamerica Corporation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer located in Denver or Cedar Rapids to design and support web and cloud application solutions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with onsite, offshore, and contract engineers in an agile environment, emphasizing Java and microservices architecture.

This role requires three years of core Java experience and knowledge of cloud services, as well as modern database techniques. The position offers a competitive salary range and a range of benefits including a 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3 years of core Java experience.
• Strong knowledge of OOD, OOP, and Functional Programming.
• 2 years of experience in database design techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development staff and product owners.
• Write and document solutions to business challenges.
• Lead large-team design sessions for architecture solutions.

Skills

Java

Cloud services (AWS or Azure)

Microservices architecture

Spring Framework

Database design techniques

NoSQL databases

REST APIs

Frontend frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Git

Maven

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Summary

Senior Software Engineer located in Denver or Cedar Rapids will design, develop, and support web and cloud application solutions for Enterprise Technology. The role emphasizes collaboration with onsite, offshore, and contract engineers in an agile environment, and requires a strong foundation in Java, cloud services, and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development staff, including contract and offshore engineers, and product owners in an agile environment.
• Write, test, identify, implement, and document solutions to business challenges using web and cloud technologies.
• Perform design and analysis for deliverables and lead large‑team design sessions for system–level architecture solutions.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert and mentor other team members in design and coding standards.
• Recommend solutions that consider costs, business needs, and system impacts.
• Support analysis and general architectural design across platforms toward end‑to‑end solutions.
• Utilize third‑party development frameworks, open‑source libraries, and APIs to build basic application solutions.
• Rapidly learn new technologies and contribute to project deliverables.
• Assist with preparing presentations and lead development meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Three years of core Java experience.
• Strong knowledge of Java, OOD, OOP, Functional Programming, Spring Framework, and J2EE.
• Two years of experience in database design techniques (RDBMS, Document, Star Schema, Kimball).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MS Cosmos DB, Apache Cassandra, Amazon DynamoDB).
• Understanding of cloud services (AWS or Azure) and related tools (EC2, ECS, S3, etc.).
• Experience with build and deployment tools (Git, Maven, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with microservices, REST APIs, and frameworks such as Spring Boot, Swagger, and Swagger‑UI.
• Experience with integration frameworks (API gateways, Apache Camel, Kafka).
• Knowledge of modern frontend frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js).

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of advanced analytics, machine learning, big‑data, and real‑time streaming analytics.
• Experience with agentic coding platforms like Kiro and Copilot.
• Knowledge of data‑warehousing architecture and ETL processes.
• Technology or platform certifications (AWS, Microsoft Azure).
• Knowledge of the financial services industry.

Working Conditions

• Office environment with occasional travel of less than 10%.
• Work outside normal business hours may be required.
• Hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in the Denver or Cedar Rapids hub.
• Relocation assistance not provided.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $94,000–$120,000 annually, with potential for an annual bonus. Final compensation depends on qualifications, experience, geography, and operational needs. This role is eligible for the Company Bonus Plan at the company’s discretion.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonus program.
• Pension plan and 401(k) match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Disability, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for first‑year employees.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Holistic wellness program and wellness coaching.
• Parental leave of 15 days per calendar year.
• Employee assistance and backup‑care programs.
• Employee resource groups and diversity initiatives.
• Recognition and referral bonus programs.

Other Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The role does not sponsor work visas. The job description is subject to change at the company’s discretion, and managers may assign additional duties as needed.