Senior Software Engineer-Core Services

SpotOn

Chicago, IL

Full Time

Senior

145k-185k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

At SpotOn, we're helping restaurants and small businesses compete and win with flexible payment and software technology-backed by real people who really care. From seamless point-of-sale systems to integrated restaurant management solutions, every SpotOn tool is designed to help local businesses increase profits and create better experiences for their customers and employees. We are committed to caring hard and moving fast so that we can continue to grow and make a positive impact together. We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in event-based and asynchronous systems and specializing in Python, SNS/SQS and Kafka. The ideal candidate will be passionate about scaling our software stack for improved availability, performance, and scalability. As a key member of our Core Services Domain, you will collaborate across teams and boundaries to enhance our products and contribute to the overall success of the company.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable solutions to improve the availability, performance, and scalability of our software stack.
Lead initiatives to enhance the reliability and resilience of our systems through effective monitoring, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery strategies.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Collaborate with other Senior engineers on the design and development of our stack, contributing to a rich culture of feedback and iteration.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on reliable, highly-available, and fault-tolerant platforms.
Highly skilled in Python with a strong understanding of best practices.
Experience with Event-Driven Architecture and Microservices patterns.
Some experience with Frontend Development frameworks like React.
Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
Ability to balance security, performance, and usability considerations in technical designs.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a production environment.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice to Have

Experience with modern web frameworks in Python: FastAPI or Django Rest Framework.
Software development on Hardware Platforms (Android/Networking/Printer).
Experience in the Hospitality sector.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
401k with company match.
RSUs.
Paid vacation, 10 company holidays, sick time, and volunteer time off.
Employee Resource Groups to build community and inclusion at work.
Monthly cell phone and internet stipend.
Tuition reimbursement for up to $2,000 per calendar year to assist with your professional development.

Working at SpotOn

At SpotOn, you'll be part of a team that values diversity, creativity, and a shared mission to help small businesses succeed. Join us to build technology that makes a difference, work with talented peers, and contribute to a culture where your ideas and impact matter.

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