Software Engineer - Information Technology - Analysts

MassGenics, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Innova Solutions is hiring a Software Engineer for a 12-month contract in Pittsburgh, PA. You will design and implement scalable microservices using Java or Python, focusing on REST APIs, event-driven patterns with Kafka, and robust backend architectures.

The role requires hands-on backend development, deep debugging skills, and experience with Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes, and CI/CD practices. This contract position offers competitive pay and benefits, with a strong emphasis on modern

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Experience designing scalable applications with Microservices.
• Backend development in Java (Spring Boot) or Python.
• APIs: RESTful design and integration.
• Experience with Kafka or similar messaging.
• SQL and database design with Oracle.
• Containerization with Docker; orchestration with OpenShift/Kubernetes.
• CI/CD with Azure DevOps and Git.
• Strong debugging and performance tuning skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, resilient microservices that power critical business applications.
• Build modern backend services using Java or Python while following engineering best practices.
• Create secure, high-performing APIs and seamless integrations across systems.
• Develop event-driven solutions leveraging Kafka and distributed messaging patterns.
• Build efficient batch-processing and large-scale data-processing solutions.
• Optimize database performance through thoughtful design and efficient query development.
• Collaborate closely with architects, product teams, UI engineers, QA specialists, and DevOps professionals.
• Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, code reviews, and Agile ceremonies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvements across applications.
• Continuously learn, experiment, and adopt emerging technologies that create business value.

Skills

Java

Python

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Apache Kafka

SQL

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

Git

CI/CD

AI/ML Integration

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Software Engineer - Information Technology

Job ID: 1024519 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Contract | Full-time, contract | Duration: 12 months

Job Description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Software Engineer. Position type: Full-time, contract. Duration: 12 months. Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15122.

This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis.

About the Role

We're seeking a talented Software Engineer who loves solving complex engineering challenges and building scalable, enterprise-grade solutions. If you have a strong foundation in Microservices Architecture and expertise in either Java or Python, we would love to meet you.

Important Notes

• Looking for a Python (Fast API) and Java developer (Spring Boot)
• Some exposure to AI integration; this can be remote, but preference would be in Pittsburgh, PA

What You'll Bring

Technical Expertise

• 3+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proven experience designing and building scalable applications using Microservices Architecture.
• Strong backend development skills in either: Java (Spring Boot ecosystem), or Python (modern backend frameworks).
• Expertise in designing and developing robust RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, service-oriented design patterns, and application scalability.
• Experience implementing event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka or similar messaging platforms.
• Strong SQL and database design skills with experience working on Oracle databases.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Exposure to container orchestration platforms including OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Git, and modern CI/CD practices.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with expertise in debugging, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience building Java Microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Batch.
• Hands-on experience developing Python-based Microservices.
• Exposure to AI/ML integrations and intelligent application development.
• Experience with PostgreSQL.
• Expertise in processing and analyzing large-scale datasets.
• Experience building reporting, analytics, and data-driven solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud-native engineering principles and modern deployment practices.
• Domain exposure in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Industrial Operations.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop scalable, resilient microservices that power critical business applications.
• Build modern backend services using Java or Python while following engineering best practices.
• Create secure, high-performing APIs and seamless integrations across systems.
• Develop event-driven solutions leveraging Kafka and distributed messaging patterns.
• Build efficient batch-processing and large-scale data-processing solutions.
• Optimize database performance through thoughtful design and efficient query development.
• Collaborate closely with architects, product teams, UI engineers, QA specialists, and DevOps professionals.
• Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, code reviews, and Agile ceremonies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvements across applications.
• Continuously learn, experiment, and adopt emerging technologies that create business value.

Technology Stack

• Backend: Java, Spring Boot, Python
• Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs, Event-Driven Systems
• Integration & Messaging: Apache Kafka
• Data & Processing: Oracle, PostgreSQL, Spring Batch
• Cloud & Containers: Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes
• DevOps: Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD Pipelines
• Emerging Tech: AI/ML Integration

Pay Range and Benefits

Pay Range*: $60.00 - $65.54 per hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits

• Medical & pharmacy coverage
• Dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health saving account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Accident & Critical illness coverage
• Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection
• Sick time
• Other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Innova Solutions

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Contact

Himanshu Kumar
[e-mail]

Website

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

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