Software Development Engineer for Fastwater Staffing

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Software Development Engineer with a passion for building robust backend systems. This role focuses on designing and developing scalable software solutions, primarily using Java. We’re looking for someone who excels at writing production-ready code to help drive our technology forward.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality backend software systems, primarily using Java.
• Build and maintain scalable, efficient, and reliable applications from the ground up.
• Collaborate with product teams to implement new features and functionalities.
• Write and optimize SQL queries for data management and retrieval.
• Leverage infrastructure as code (IaC) to support deployment of software solutions.
• Debug and enhance existing codebases with a focus on development.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure maintainability and performance.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Software Development Engineer, with a strong emphasis on backend development.
• Deep expertise in Java for building software systems.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and backend system design.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Familiarity with cloud environments and infrastructure as code (IaC) to support development efforts.
• Ability to solve complex problems through code development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience (CS degree preferred but not mandatory).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience at a tech-driven company (e.g., Amazon or similar) as a developer.
• Proficiency in Python as a secondary skill (not required, but a plus).
• Track record of delivering production-grade backend systems.
• Comfort with full-stack problem-solving, though the focus remains on backend.