Senior Software Engineer, Java at CLEAR – New York, NY

Neolife Updates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CLEAR, a leader in secure identity, seeks a Senior Software Engineer, Java, in New York, NY. You will contribute to a scalable, secure identity platform with Java, React, and TypeScript across multiple product pillars.

Join a collaborative team focused on production-grade systems, reliability, and a strong developer experience. This full-time role offers growth in a fast-paced identity tech environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional full-stack software engineering experience building production applications using Java, React, and TypeScript.
• Strong technical fundamentals across distributed systems, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern software architecture.
• Experience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWS using Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrated history of owning complex, cross-functional projects and driving them from idea to production with a bias for action.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications forming the backbone of CLEAR's identity platform.
• Take full ownership of projects end-to-end—from discovery and architecture to implementation, rollout, and support.
• Translate business problems into scalable technical solutions through collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Improve system reliability, performance, testing, observability, and developer experience.
• Shape architectural decisions to enhance security, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
• Mentor teammates through code reviews and engineering best practices.

Skills

Java

React

TypeScript

Distributed systems

Cloud (AWS)

Docker

Kubernetes

Tools

GitHub

CI/CD

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Java at CLEAR – Build the Future of Secure Identity in New York, NY

CLEAR, the secure identity company trusted by more than 38 million Members worldwide, is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Java at its New York, NY office. This full-time role sits at the intersection of distributed systems engineering and consumer-facing identity technology — built for engineers who want to ship production-grade systems that make travel, healthcare, and everyday digital experiences safer and simpler.

About the Role

At CLEAR, identity verification is only the beginning. The company is architecting a networked digital identity platform spanning travel, enterprise, healthcare, financial services, and beyond. As a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer, you will own complex technical challenges from initial discovery through production deployment, partnering closely with Product, Design, Security, and Operations to deliver reliable, scalable systems. Level and team placement across CLEAR's three technology pillars — Core Identity, CLEAR1, and CLEAR Travel — will be determined during the interview process. The tech stack centers on Java, React, and TypeScript.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications forming the backbone of CLEAR's identity platform.
• Take full ownership of projects end-to-end — from technical discovery and architecture through implementation, rollout, and operational support.
• Translate business problems into simple, scalable technical solutions through close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Champion engineering excellence by improving system reliability, performance, testing, observability, and developer experience.
• Shape architectural decisions that enhance platform scalability, security, and long-term maintainability.
• Mentor teammates through thoughtful code reviews, technical collaboration, and sharing engineering best practices.

What You Bring

• 6+ years of professional full-stack software engineering experience building production applications using Java, React, and TypeScript.
• Strong technical fundamentals across distributed systems, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern software architecture.
• Experience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWS using Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines.
• A demonstrated history of owning complex, cross-functional projects and driving them from idea to production with a bias for action.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous environments, making thoughtful tradeoffs, and independently driving work forward.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring others, continuously improving engineering practices, and building products that deliver measurable customer and business impact.

Application Tips for This Role

• Showcase distributed systems experience: CLEAR operates at massive scale across travel and identity verticals. Highlight specific projects where you designed or optimized distributed architectures, handled high-throughput APIs, or resolved latency and consistency challenges.
• Prepare for a full-stack depth interview: The role spans Java backend and React/TypeScript frontend. Practice problem-solving across both layers — be ready to discuss database design, RESTful API patterns, and modern frontend state management alongside algorithmic thinking.
• Demonstrate ownership in ambiguity: CLEAR values engineers who thrive without rigid direction. Prepare concrete examples of projects where you identified problems, made architectural tradeoffs independently, and drove outcomes from vague requirements to shipped production features.
• Research CLEAR's identity verticals: Understanding how secure digital identity intersects with consumer services — from airport travel to healthcare authentication — will differentiate you. Familiarize yourself with CLEAR's product ecosystem and the regulatory landscape around identity verification.

The Interview Process

CLEAR runs a streamlined process typically completed in about 3 weeks. Candidates can expect:

• Recruiter Call
• Zoom Technical Screen
• Onsite Panel Interviews
• Final Manager Conversations
• Offer

The company emphasizes efficiency and respect for every candidate's time throughout the journey.

If you are a senior engineer with deep Java and full-stack expertise who is energized by the challenge of building secure, scalable identity technology, the Senior Software Engineer, Java position at CLEAR in New York, NY represents a significant career opportunity. The application deadline is November 27, 2026.