Software Engineer II

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.; Illinois; Remote; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer II for a remote 6-month contract-to-hire position in Central Illinois. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing enterprise applications, and building RESTful APIs within a microservices architecture.

You will work with Java/OpenJDK 11+, C#, and modern web technologies, contributing to the SDLC and leveraging Azure DevOps. Strong communication in English and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Experience building enterprise-level applications with Java and .NET tech stacks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code adhering to best practices and coding standards.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Java/OpenJDK 11+

C#

RESTful APIs

Microservices

OOP & design patterns

SQL

SDLC

GenAI tools interest

English communication

US work authorization

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Software Engineer II (46311)

Added Aug 06, 2026

Remote, Remote

Contract: Temp to Perm (6-month contract to hire)

Time to get to work! LRS Consulting Services is seeking several experienced Software Engineers for our client in Central Illinois. This is a 6-month contract to hire opportunity for the right person.

LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let's get to work!

Job Duties

Work as a member of the team to Design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code adhering to best practices and coding standards.

Job Qualifications

Must have 5+ years of experience with the following:

• Analysis, development, and writing code. Proven experience in developing Applications and Websites using, HTML, CSS, JavaScript libraries, Java/Open JDK v11 and up, C#.
• Extensive experience in building RESTful APIs and working with microservices architecture.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns. Solid understanding of relational databases (SQL).
• Familiarity with logging, monitoring, and performance tuning tools.
• Full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and design to deployment and maintenance.
• Utilize Azure DevOps for code management and governance.
• Contributing to overall system architecture and design scalable solutions.
• Developing robust technical ecosystem across applications, leveraging third-party integrations and application interfaces.
• Maintain software applications, including upgrade, enhancements, and patches.
• Must have an interest in utilizing GenAI tools and frameworks for streamlining development and solving specific use cases.
• Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)
• Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer
• Corp to corp candidates will not be considered

The base range for this contract position is $35 - $60 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.