Staff Software Engineer, Backend

Bayer (Schweiz) AG; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

PTO

Retirement

Job summary

Bayer USA is seeking a Staff Engineer in Chicago to help architect and scale digital farming platforms that run AI and ML workloads globally. You will lead design across cloud-native microservices, guide engineers, and champion reliability and performance.

The role requires 8+ years in software, deep knowledge of Java or Python, Docker, AWS, and CI/CD, plus strong communication and mentoring skills. You will work with data stores and observability to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proven ability to lead across teams in building scalable cloud-based microservices and data pipelines.
• Expert knowledge in Java or Python and strong SQL performance tuning.

Skills

Cloud microservices

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

SQL

AWS

Observability

Leadership across teams

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

GitLab Pipelines

GitHub Actions

Docker

SQL databases

Job description

- Relevant skills and experience will be listed so you know why those jobs are a matchThe world's farmers make high-stakes decisions every season - and the platforms built by Digital Farming Solutions Engineering are what makes those decisions smarter. As a Staff Engineer, your role is to ensure those platforms are architected for scale, reliability, and the demands of AI and machine learning at a global level.**YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES** The primary responsibilities of this role are to: **WHO YOU ARE** BS or equivalent in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience 8+ years of hands-on experience in software development Proven history of ability to quickly learn new skills and technologies Experience leading across team(s) the development of highly scalable cloud based (AWS preferred) microservices and data pipelines using container technologies (e.g., Docker) Ability to take ambiguous requirements in complex domains and distill them down into actionable tasks for other engineers Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner to engineering and non-engineering audiences Expert knowledge in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python) with the ability to write understandable, testable code with an eye towards maintainability. Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices. Experience using observability techniques to drive support and improvements of systems Proficiency with managing CICD pipelines (e.g., GitLab Pipelines, GitHub Actions) Proven ability to develop other strong senior engineers into Staff engineers, operating and leading their own initiatives with org-wide scope and high impact. Experience with relational and non-relational data stores. Expert knowledge of at least one. Strong knowledge and experience with SQL including performance tuning and query optimization. Expert knowledge of at least one containerization technology (e.g., Docker) Strong understanding of multiple AWS capabilities (EC2, S3, RDS, SQS, etc.). Expert knowledge of multiple AWS capabilities. Strong experience with event driven architectures using messaging middleware (SQS, JMS, etc.) Experience with layered geospatial data structures and data representations (Strong Plus) Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately $117k-171k. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive program (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc... This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer. To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes. Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. | | | | || **Location:** | United States: Residence Based: Residence Based || United States: Illinois: Chicago || United States: Missouri: Creve Coeur || United States: Washington: Seattle | | | |Get MatchedUpload your resume and see jobs that match your skills and experience### How to use Bayer's job searchFind the job matching your skills, experience, and interests within seconds. Learn how Bayer's new intelligent job search enabled you to find the perf...### Bayer | Who We AreEvery day, we put our knowledge and skills to work on behalf of humankind, inventing and delivering high-quality products that help make life just a l...## Perks and Benefits### Inclusion & DiversityBe you and feel a sense of belonging in an inclusive working culture### Work-Life BalanceBuild a career that you can be proud of in balance with your private life### Work with PurposeDrive our vision \"Health for all, hunger for none\"### Competitive PayExpect fair compensation and equal opportunities for all our employees### EmpowermentThrive in an environment that gives you, and everyone, opportunities to succeed