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Information Technology Specialist (Programmer/Application Software)

Artius Solutions

<div>Full Stack Engineering Specialist
<p><b>Location:</b> Chicago, IL (Hybrid)</p>
Overview
<p>Our client is seeking a Full Stack Engineering Specialist to build and enhance both backend services and modern web interfaces supporting a real-time financial technology platform.</p>
<p>This role will work across the full technology stack, developing scalable backend services while also building responsive front-end applications that interact with real-time data streams. The position requires a strong backend foundation combined with experience developing modern user-facing applications.</p>
Responsibilities Full Stack Development
<ul><li><p>Develop and maintain backend services supporting core business workflows.</p>
</li><li><p>Build and enhance responsive front-end applications that interact with backend APIs and real-time data streams.</p>
</li><li><p>Design scalable services and APIs that support high-performance distributed systems.</p>
</li></ul>Backend Systems
<ul><li><p>Implement high-performance backend services responsible for transactional workflows.</p>
</li><li><p>Build distributed systems leveraging <b>Kafka, PostgreSQL, and microservices architectures</b>.</p>
</li><li><p>Develop APIs using <b>REST and WebSocket protocols</b> for real-time application interaction.</p>
</li></ul>Front-End Engineering
<ul><li><p>Develop modern user interfaces using contemporary web frameworks.</p>
</li><li><p>Implement front-end components that process and display large volumes of real-time data.</p>
</li><li><p>Optimize UI performance for high-frequency updates and responsive interactions.</p>
</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Delivery
<ul><li><p>Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and architects to translate requirements into scalable solutions.</p>
</li><li><p>Participate in system design discussions and contribute to engineering best practices.</p>
</li><li><p>Support monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational stability of production systems.</p>
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li><p>5+ years of professional software engineering experience</p>
</li><li><p>Strong backend development experience using <b>Java</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience building <b>distributed backend systems</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience building <b>responsive web applications using modern frameworks</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience designing APIs and integrating real-time data systems</p>
</li><li><p>Experience working with <b>event-driven architectures</b></p>
</li></ul>Preferred
<ul><li><p>Experience with high-throughput or low-latency systems</p>
</li><li><p>Experience building real-time dashboards or data-heavy applications</p>
</li><li><p>Experience with WebSockets or streaming data pipelines</p>
</li></ul><p>.</p></div>

Full Stack Engineering Specialist

Caterpillar

<div><p><b>Career Area:</b></p>
Technology, Digital and Data<p></p><p><b>
Job Description:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
</b></p><p></p><p>When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do &ndash; but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here &ndash; we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.</p><p></p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b><br>
We are looking for a Senior Software QA Specialist to join our Quality Assurance team. The quality assurance team is working with talented cross-functional engineering team that is building new platform utilizing cutting-edge technologies. QA team is leading relentless pursuit of quality including defect management on multiple large-scale programs for the CAT Digital Platform.<br>
<br>
<b>What You Will Do</b>:</p><ul><li>
Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution.</li><li>
Perform all testing, project management, and quality assurance assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.</li><li>
Use your understanding of systems, regression, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing to identify gaps in system test.</li><li>
Perform all validation activities of new and existing defects within software products.</li><li>
Responsible for quality assurance and defect management activities
</li><li>Performs testing to reproduce defects and collect arti-facts necessary for analysis and resolution. Participate in field follow testing of features that require careful planning and execution to ensure timely quality results.</li><li>
Communicate with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness</li><li>
Coordinate with product owner to resolve open issues/enhancements/upgrades and understand the use of a specific functionality as needed</li><li>
Identify high impact issues, drive them to resolution, perform root cause analysis, and assist leadership to make right decision through data and quantitative decision making.</li></ul><p><b><br>
What You Will Have:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Decision Making and Critical Thinking:</b> Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.</li><li><b>
Effective Communications:</b> Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.</li><li><b>
Software Product Testing:</b> Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.</li><li><b>
Software Development Life Cycle:</b> Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Top Candidates Will Have:
</b></p><ul><li>Typically have 7+ years of experience in software test and/or software development</li><li>
Demonstrated experience working on large complex programs and leading high priority deliverables
</li><li>Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, Quality Assurance and Quality Control methodologies.</li><li>
Leadership and/or project management experience in cross-functional high-paced environment.</li><li>
Knowledge of AWS, SQL, ADO, Power BI, and Excel</li><li>
Strong analytical skills and data mining skills.</li><li>
Excellent presentation skills to different levels within organization</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Additional Details:</b></p><ul><li>
This position requires the candidate to be based in either Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL</li><li>
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position</li><li>
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.</li></ul><p></p><p>
#LI</p><p></p><p><b>
Summary Pay Range:</b></p>
$112,710.00 - $183,140.00<p></p><p>
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
</p><p></p><p><b>Benefits:</b></p><p>
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.</p><ul><li><p>
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*</p></li><li><p>
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*</p></li><li><p>
401(k) savings plans*</p></li><li><p>
Health Savings Account (HSA)*</p></li><li><p>
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*</p></li><li><p>
Health Lifestyle Programs*</p></li><li><p>
Employee Assistance Program*</p></li><li><p>
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*</p></li><li><p>
Career Development*</p></li><li><p>
Incentive bonus*</p></li><li><p>
Disability benefits</p></li><li><p>
Life Insurance</p></li><li><p>
Parental leave</p></li><li><p>
Adoption benefits</p></li><li><p>
Tuition Reimbursement</p></li></ul><p>
</p><ul><li>These benefits also apply to part-time employees</li></ul><p></p>
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.<p></p><p><b>
Posting Dates:</b></p>
March 12, 2026 - March 22, 2026<p></p><p>
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
</p><p></p><p>Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.</p><p></p><p>
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Senior Software QA Specialist

Bloomberg

<div><div><div><div><div><div>Bloomberg On-Site Support Specialist (BOS)
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Location
</div><div>Chicago
</div></div><div><div>Business Area
</div><div>Sales and Client Service
</div></div><div><div>Ref #
</div><div>10049756
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description &amp; Requirements
</b></h2></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>As a Support Specialist with the Bloomberg On-Site Support (BOS) team in Chicago, you&rsquo;ll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of Bloomberg&rsquo;s technology infrastructure. You&rsquo;ll support Bloomberg clients across the Chicago area, providing hands-on expertise ranging from desktop support to complex network troubleshooting, NODE site support, and IDF equipment management.
</p><p>This is a highly visible, client-facing role that blends strong technical skills with exceptional service and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.<br>
</p><p></p><br>
<p><b>The Role
</b></p><p>Join our Bloomberg On-Site Support (BOS) team based out of our Chicago office at 111 S. Wacker. As a Support Specialist, you&rsquo;ll provide on-site support to Bloomberg clients, partnering closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver seamless technical solutions.
</p><p>This role requires flexibility in working hours to support client needs, critical implementations, maintenance windows, and time-sensitive issues. While the position is primarily aligned to standard business hours, candidates must be willing and able to adjust their schedule as business demands require.<br>
</p><p></p><br>
<p><b>We&rsquo;ll trust you to:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Deliver high-quality, hands-on support for the installation and servicing of critical servers, routers, appliances, computers, and IDF equipment, including rack-and-stack of routers and switches, patching, and physical connectivity. This may include early morning, evening, or occasional off-hours work to minimize client disruption and support critical deployments.
</li><li>Support order management and implementation processes, working closely with clients and the Sales Department to ensure successful delivery.
</li><li>Provide exceptional client service, supporting account management tasks such as license activation, software support, and issue resolution.
</li><li>Utilize Linux-based platforms to console into routers for service or new installations.
</li><li>Troubleshoot issues across Windows and Mac environments, covering software, hardware, and networking concerns.
</li><li>Partner with vendors and consultants to ensure efficient and timely service delivery.
</li><li>Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all work using Bloomberg&rsquo;s proprietary ticketing systems.
</li>Effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><br>
<p><b>You'll need to have:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>3+ years of relevant technical support experience.
</li><li>A solid understanding of networking concepts including LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, BGP, and subnetting.
</li><li>The flexibility to adjust working hours as required to meet business and client needs.
</li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><br>
<p><b>We&rsquo;d love to see:
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Strong troubleshooting skills across both Mac and PC desktop environments.
</li><li>Experience supporting mobile devices, including Android and iOS platforms.
</li><li>Hands-on experience setting up and supporting audio-visual (AV) equipment for meetings and presentations.
</li><li>Experience supporting and maintaining network infrastructure, including routers, switches, servicing, patching, and IDF equipment.
</li><li>Experience managing orders end-to-end, from implementation through client delivery, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li>
</ul>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><div>Salary Range = 70000 - 95000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus</div><div><br>
<div><br>
</div><div>The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.<div><br>
<br>
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.<br>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success.</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Bloomberg On-Site Support Specialist (BOS)

On Point Holdings

<div><p><b>About On Point Holdings, LLC</b></p><p></p><p><br>
On Point Holdings, LLC is a values-driven management firm guiding five specialized businesses united by purpose and performance. Our portfolio includes On Point Solutions, LLC (metal fabrication equipment), SteelPoint Machine Tool, LLC dba DNE Laser USA (machine tool and welding systems), OpEx Service, LLC (machine tool maintenance and repair), Steel Mountain Marketing, LLC (digital agency), and Big Game Steel (sheet metal storage systems). We invest in excellence, lead with integrity, and empower our teams to create impact across industries.</p><p></p><p><br>
Learn more here: https://www.onptholdings.com/</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Title</b>: Accounting &amp; Sales Support Specialist</p><p><b>
Job Level</b>: IC2</p><p><b>
Reports to</b>: Controller</p><p><b>
Location:</b> Remote</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b>:</p><p>
The Accounting &amp; Sales Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the company&rsquo;s financial operations, including full-cycle Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, sales order processing, and general accounting support. This role works closely with the Controller and assists with reconciliations and month-end activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b>:</p><p><b>
Accounts Payable (AP)</b></p><ul><li>
Enter vendor invoices against approved purchase orders</li><li>
Maintain vendor records, including setup and W-9 collection</li><li>
Prepare and process check and ACH payments</li><li>
Reconcile vendor statements as needed</li><li>
Ensure proper documentation and adherence to internal controls</li></ul><p><b>
Accounts Receivable (AR)</b></p><ul><li>
Create and distribute customer invoices</li><li>
Generate internal invoices for tracking and reporting</li><li>
Issue and monitor down payment invoices</li><li>
Record and apply customer cash receipts</li><li>
Assist with AR aging review and follow-up</li></ul><p><b>
Sales Order Processing</b></p><ul><li>
Enter new sales into the master tracking system</li><li>
Update HubSpot with assigned Sale ID and deal details</li><li>
Place vendor purchase orders with appropriate pricing and payment terms</li><li>
Maintain accurate documentation for all sales transactions</li></ul><p><b>
General Accounting &amp; Month-End Support</b></p><ul><li>
Reconcile company credit card accounts monthly</li><li>
Assist with bank reconciliations as assigned</li><li>
Prepare basic monthly journal entries under the direction of the Controller</li><li>
Support month-end close processes</li><li>
Work closely with the Controller on all Accounting matters</li><li>
Assist with special projects and reporting as needed</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications</b>:</p><ul><li>
2&ndash;5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience</li><li>
Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks Online &amp; Desktop</li><li>
Experience reconciling accounts</li><li>
Strong Excel skills</li><li>
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines</li></ul><p><b>
Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Compensation</b>:</p><p>
This is a <b>non-exempt, hourly position</b> with an anticipated pay range of <b>$50,000 &ndash; $65,000 annually</b>, based on a full-time schedule. Actual hourly rates will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity.</p><p>
Because this role is classified as <b>non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)</b>, employees are <b>eligible for overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek</b>, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</p><p>
On Point Holdings offers a <b>competitive total rewards package</b>, which may include health reimbursements, retirement plan options, paid time off, and other company-sponsored benefits, subject to plan eligibility and company policy.</p><p><b>
Additional Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.</li><li>
Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, accuracy, accountability, and professionalism when handling financial information and company records.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required to manage multiple transactions, deadlines, and documentation requirements.</li><li>
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining consistent communication with internal teams and leadership.</li><li>
Must maintain reliable internet access and a workspace suitable for confidential financial and business communications.</li><li>
Must be comfortable working with financial systems, CRM tools, and digital document management systems (e.g., accounting software, HubSpot, Excel, and related tools).</li><li>
Ability to occasionally lift or transport office materials or equipment (up to 25 pounds).</li><li>
Willingness to attend occasional in-person training sessions, team meetings, or company events, which may require limited travel.</li></ul><p><b>
Working Conditions</b></p><p>
This role supports a collaborative, fast-paced business environment across multiple operating companies within On Point Holdings. The position is primarily remote and requires regular digital communication with accounting, sales, and leadership teams. Work involves extended periods of computer use, financial data entry, reconciliation, and system-based reporting.</p><p>
Employees are expected to maintain confidentiality when handling financial records, customer information, and internal company data. Across all teams, we prioritize accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement while empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to the organization&rsquo;s financial operations.</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Application Process</b></h1><p>
As part of this role, candidates may be subject to a non-compete and non-solicitation agreement. These terms help protect the Company&rsquo;s confidential information, client relationships, and team structure. Specifically, post-employment restrictions may apply regarding working with competing organizations or soliciting Company clients or employees. Details will be provided during the offer stage, and terms vary based on role, location, and business unit. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Depending on the role you are interviewing for, you may be required to complete a mechanical aptitude test.</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Equal Opportunity Employer</b></h1><p>
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact HR at savannah@onptholdings.com. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.</p></div><p></p>

Accounting & Sales Support Specialist

National Louis University

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
Who We Are:</b></div><div></div><div><br>
National Louis is a 135+ year old university that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. As an institution, we believe in providing access to educational opportunity and that education is our greatest lever for social and economic mobility. We are a student-focused community that is committed to continuous improvement and superior student service. We believe that through education we are able to empower change and build healthy communities. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
What You Will Do:</b></div><div>
The Learning Support Specialist (Writing) plays a critical role in supporting NLU students by encouraging students to take an active role in their education and empowering them to become independent, lifelong learners. The primary responsibility is to tutor students in the fundamental skills of writing, grammar, reading, APA formatting, and other academic skills at the Chicago campus and online. Tutoring occurs through one-on-one appointments and in small workshops utilizing various modes, including in-person, by phone, as well as via email and video conferencing software.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Learning Support Specialist will help monitor and communicate the progress of student writing and reading skills, reach out to at-risk students, and accurately track student tutoring usage. The Learning Support Specialist responsibilities also include scheduled hours in Study Tables to ensure seamless access to resources for students and promoting and facilitating Learning Support event and workshop offerings to students, faculty, and other stakeholders. Finally, the Learning Support Specialist (Writing) will support faculty and students in embedded and writing intensive courses. This position is based at the Chicago campus.</div>
Essential Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Tutor for general education and English courses as well as general academic skills (APA formatting as well as note-taking, reading, and time management strategies). Provide writing support for major courses with substantial writing components. Monitor student academic progress and promote usage of tutoring services.</li><li>
Collaborate with faculty to support at-risk students. Conduct class visits at the beginning of each term, respond to faculty alerts, and provide embedded support in online and blended courses.</li><li>
Create and present writing workshops/webinars and create asynchronous resources to support students in their English and writing intensive classes to improve their academic skills.</li><li>
Contribute to strategic plan-affiliated projects and support departmental promotional efforts with guidance of Learning Support leadership.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, or other related field. Master's Degree preferred.</li><li>
One (1+) plus year experience teaching or tutoring in diverse modalities (hybrid/blended, online).</li><li>
One (1+) plus year prior teaching or tutoring experience in writing and knowledge of writing pedagogy and instructional practice, particularly in writing and reading.</li><li>
One (1+) plus year experience with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities; specific knowledge of the needs of multilingual and multidialectal students.</li><li>
Experience in graduate/doctoral writing support preferred.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
NLU Inclusion Statement:</b></div><div>
National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.</div>
Compensation and Benefits:
<div>
At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. As our external environment changes, our employees are provided the opportunities and tools needed to grow both personally and professionally to remain successful. NLU employees and dependents are offered a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to, Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off and Educational Opportunities. Additional information regarding full-time staff benefits can be found here.</div><div></div><div><br>
The salary range of the grade for this position is $38,443 to $53,820 annually. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Offers are based on multiple factors permitted by law, including but not limited to: budgetary considerations, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, market considerations, tenure and standing with the university (applicable to current employees), and internal equity.</div>
Application Instructions:
<div><b>
Please Include the following along with your application:</b></div><ul><li>
Resume (Required)</li><li>
Cover Letter (Required)</li><li>
Current NLU employees please also submit an Internal Posting Form</li></ul></div>

Learning Support Specialist (Writing)

<div>Backend Engineering Specialist
<p><b>Location:</b> Chicago, IL (Hybrid)</p>
Overview
<p>A financial technology organization building next-generation market infrastructure, is seeking a Backend Engineering Specialist to help design and develop highly scalable distributed systems.</p>
<p>This role focuses on building performance-critical services responsible for processing large volumes of real-time transactional data. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and architects to design resilient systems capable of operating at very high throughput with strict reliability and latency requirements.</p>
<p>This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging backend systems where architecture, performance optimization, and system reliability are critical.</p>
Responsibilities System Design &amp; Architecture
<ul><li><p>Contribute to the design and evolution of a distributed backend platform supporting high-volume transactional workloads.</p>
</li><li><p>Work closely with senior engineers to design services responsible for core transaction processing and system state management.</p>
</li><li><p>Participate in architecture discussions around messaging systems, event-driven design, and scalable microservices patterns.</p>
</li><li><p>Evaluate design tradeoffs between performance, reliability, and maintainability.</p>
</li></ul>Backend Development
<ul><li><p>Develop high-performance backend services responsible for core processing workflows.</p>
</li><li><p>Build distributed systems leveraging event-streaming technologies and relational databases.</p>
</li><li><p>Implement APIs and integration layers supporting real-time system interaction.</p>
</li><li><p>Optimize backend services for high throughput and low-latency performance.</p>
</li></ul>Data &amp; Messaging Infrastructure
<ul><li><p>Design systems that efficiently process high volumes of event-driven data streams.</p>
</li><li><p>Work with technologies such as <b>Kafka and PostgreSQL</b> to support scalable event processing and data persistence.</p>
</li><li><p>Implement efficient data access and storage patterns for high-volume operational workloads.</p>
</li></ul>Reliability &amp; Operations
<ul><li><p>Participate in operational monitoring, troubleshooting, and production incident response.</p>
</li><li><p>Ensure system reliability, observability, and performance across distributed services.</p>
</li><li><p>Contribute to platform improvements around performance tuning, monitoring, and scalability.</p>
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li><p>5+ years of professional backend software engineering experience</p>
</li><li><p>Strong proficiency in <b>Java and JVM-based development</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience designing and building <b>distributed systems or microservices architectures</b></p>
</li><li><p>Hands-on experience with <b>event-driven architectures or streaming platforms (Kafka or similar)</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience working with <b>relational databases such as PostgreSQL</b></p>
</li><li><p>Experience developing <b>RESTful or real-time APIs</b></p>
</li><li><p>Familiarity with systems handling <b>high-throughput workloads and low-latency processing</b></p>
</li></ul>Preferred
<ul><li><p>Experience working with real-time financial or transactional systems</p>
</li><li><p>Experience optimizing concurrency, performance, and memory usage in JVM-based services</p>
</li><li><p>Familiarity with containerized or cloud-based deployment environments</p>
</li></ul><p>.</p></div>

Backend Engineering Specialist

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