Software Engineer

Valiant Technologies LLC; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Technologies LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to design, build, test, deploy, and support scalable software applications. The role focuses on Python/Java backend, REST APIs, and cloud-native services, with emphasis on clean architecture and reliable delivery.

You will collaborate with product, QA, and data teams in an Agile environment, implementing modular, testable code and contributing to CI/CD pipelines. Strong knowledge of databases and DevOps practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience developing REST APIs and working with Spring Boot or a comparable application framework.
• Familiarity with one relational database and one NoSQL database.
• Familiarity with Git, Linux, software testing, Agile delivery, and the software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services, REST APIs, and modular or microservice-based applications using Python and/or Java.
• Design data access layers and integrations for PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or comparable databases.
• Write clean, maintainable, testable code using object-oriented design, SOLID principles, defensive validation, and appropriate error handling.
• Create unit and integration tests; participate in code reviews, defect resolution, release readiness, and production support.
• Containerize and deploy applications using Docker and CI/CD pipelines across cloud or Linux environments.
• Use Git, Maven, Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, and Jira to support development, documentation, testing, and delivery tracking.
• Collaborate within Agile/Scrum teams and communicate technical tradeoffs, delivery risks, dependencies, and progress.

Skills

Python

Java

REST APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Linux

CI/CD

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Maven

Swagger/OpenAPI

Postman

Jira

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description:

The Software Engineer will design, build, test, deploy, and support scalable software applications and services. The role suits an engineer with experience in Python and Java, REST APIs, microservices, relational and NoSQL databases, modern web technologies, cloud platforms, Linux, Docker, and CI/CD. The engineer will collaborate with product, business, quality, and data teams to convert requirements into reliable, maintainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop backend services, REST APIs, and modular or microservice-based applications using Python and/or Java.

Design data access layers and integrations for PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or comparable databases.

Write clean, maintainable, testable code using object-oriented design, SOLID principles, defensive validation, and appropriate error handling.

Create unit and integration tests; participate in code reviews, defect resolution, release readiness, and production support.

Containerize and deploy applications using Docker and CI/CD pipelines across cloud or Linux environments.

Use Git, Maven, Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, and Jira to support development, documentation, testing, and delivery tracking.

Collaborate within Agile/Scrum teams and communicate technical tradeoffs, delivery risks, dependencies, and progress.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

Experience developing REST APIs and working with Spring Boot or a comparable application framework.

Familiarity with one relational database and one NoSQL database.

Familiarity with Git, Linux, software testing, Agile delivery, and the software development life cycle.

Ability to analyze requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver independently while collaborating across teams.

Languages

Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate, Node.js, REST APIs, Swagger / OpenAPI

Frontend

React, JavaFX, HTML, CSS

Data

Git, Maven, Postman, Jira, Scrum, Agile, SDLC, SOLID principles, unit testing

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.