Software Engineer

Actalent; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Software Engineer II to join the Grid Service team. You will design, build, and maintain backend services that power large-scale work management, with a focus on performance, reliability, and secure REST APIs.

You’ll collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and help shape the technical direction of the core data platform while working in a remote-friendly environment in the United States. The role is contract-based and offers a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional software development experience building scalable, highly available applications.
• 2+ years of Kotlin or similar language experience.
• 2+ years of cloud experience (AWS/Azure/other).
• Experience developing, documenting, and supporting REST APIs.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and backend service design.
• Familiarity with code reviews, testing, and CI.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain back-end services using Kotlin and modern tech.
• Solve distributed systems challenges on cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes).
• Develop and document secure REST APIs for internal consumption.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Contribute to architectural discussions shaping the core data platform.
• Collaborate with product managers to refine requirements.

Skills

2+ years experience

Kotlin

Cloud technologies

REST APIs

Distributed systems

Code reviews

Mentoring

US work authorization

Collaboration

Education

CS/Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer II Grid Service Team

As a Software Engineer II on the Grid Service team, you will help design, build, and maintain the core data platform that powers large-scale work management capabilities. The Grid Service layer sits at the foundation of the product, so your contributions will directly influence platform performance, reliability, and the overall experience for every user. You may work remotely from anywhere in the United States where the employer is registered or collaborate with colleagues based out of the Bellevue, WA office.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable back-end services for the next generation of applications using Kotlin and other modern technologies.
• Solve complex distributed systems challenges and design solutions that operate reliably on modern cloud infrastructure, including AWS and Kubernetes.
• Develop, document, and support REST APIs that are secure, robust, and easy for other teams to consume.
• Participate actively in code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Contribute to architectural discussions, helping to shape the technical direction and design of the core data platform.
• Collaborate closely with other software engineers and product managers to refine requirements and deliver impactful features.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing guidance on code quality, design patterns, and industry best practices.
• Build strong partnerships with product management and other key business stakeholders to align technical solutions with product goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production systems, focusing on improving availability, performance, and reliability.
• Continuously improve development processes, tooling, and practices to enhance team efficiency and product quality.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of professional software development experience building highly scalable, highly available applications.
• Minimum of 2 years of programming experience with full stack technologies such as Kotlin or similar modern languages.
• At least 2 years of experience working with cloud technologies, including AWS, Azure, or comparable platforms.
• Hands-on experience developing, documenting, and supporting REST APIs.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems concepts and back-end service design.
• Proficiency in modern software development practices, including code reviews, testing, and continuous integration.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management.
• Capability to mentor and support junior engineers on technical topics and best practices.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in software development.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States on an ongoing basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes and other container orchestration technologies.
• Background in building and operating services on AWS or Azure cloud environments.
• Familiarity with full stack development, including both back-end services and front-end integration.
• Knowledge of industry best practices for designing scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems.
• Strong communication skills for participating in architectural discussions and cross-team collaboration.
• Interest in mentoring and supporting the growth of junior engineers.
• Comfort working in a distributed, remote-friendly team environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a modern, cloud-centric engineering environment that emphasizes scalability, reliability, and high performance. The team builds and operates core back-end services using technologies such as Kotlin, AWS, and Kubernetes, and relies on REST APIs to connect platform components. You can work remotely from anywhere within the United States where the employer is registered or collaborate with colleagues based in the Bellevue, WA office. The culture values partnership between engineering and product management, code quality, constructive code reviews, and continuous improvement of development practices. The environment supports a professional, inclusive, and collaborative atmosphere, with flexibility for remote work and a strong focus on delivering a high-quality user experience at scale.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.