Senior Software Engineer/Forward Deployed

Huxley; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Huxley is seeking a Senior Software Engineer/Forward Deployed Engineer to deliver AI-powered voice and automation solutions for clients in Chicago. You will design and implement integrations, APIs, and data pipelines, working directly with customers to solve complex business problems using AI technologies.

This role requires strong Java/Spring Boot and Python, plus AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD experience.

Qualifications

• > 5 years of software engineering experience

Responsibilities

• Build AI-powered voice and automation solutions for clients
• Develop integrations, APIs and data pipelines from design to production
• Collaborate with customers to solve business challenges using modern AI technologies
• Own implementations and ensure reliability and scalability

Skills

Java/Spring Boot

Python

REST APIs

System Integrations

Data Pipelines

OAuth

Webhooks

JSON/CSV/SFTP

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AI Tools

Job description

Join our team as a Senior Software Engineer/Forward Deployed Engineer to build and deliver AI-powered voice and automation solutions for clients. You'll develop integrations, APIs, and data pipelines, own implementations from design through production, and work directly with customers to solve complex business challenges using modern AI technologies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of software engineering experience
• Strong Java/Spring Boot and Python development skills
• Experience with REST APIs, system integrations, and data pipelines
• Knowledge of OAuth, webhooks, JSON, CSV, and SFTP
• Experience with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD
• Proficiency with AI-assisted development tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor)
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

Preferred

• Conversational AI, Voice AI, or telephony platforms (Twilio, Genesys, Five9)
• LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI application development
• LangChain, LangGraph, or similar AI frameworks
• Solutions engineering or professional services experience
• Startup or high-growth environment experience

Additional Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in the Loop, Chicago, IL

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.