Develop and maintain scalable full-stack applications, REST APIs, microservices, and responsive user interfaces. Integrate internal and third-party systems for real-time data synchronization, optimize application performance, implement security controls, and troubleshoot production issues. Collaborate with analysts, quality engineers, program managers, and data science teams to deliver enterprise applications. Support code reviews, CI/CD, deployments, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance.
Full Stack Engineer Job Title
Full Stack Engineer
Job Summary
We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer to design, develop, and integrate scalable API-based solutions that enable seamless data exchange and real-time updates across enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with business analysts, quality engineers, and program managers to deliver secure, high-performance applications that support business transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain frontend and backend applications supporting API integrations.
- Build and consume RESTful APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.
- Develop responsive and user-friendly interfaces to enhance user experience.
- Integrate third-party and internal systems to enable real-time data synchronization.
- Collaborate with Data Science teams to incorporate analytics and predictive models into applications.
- Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Implement security best practices, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
- Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application and integration issues.
- Support deployment, post-production monitoring, and ongoing maintenance activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in full-stack development.
- Strong proficiency in Java, .NET, Node.js, or Python.
- Experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Hands-on experience with REST APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms.
- Strong understanding of databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL.
- Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
- Knowledge of AI/ML integration and data-driven applications.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 37,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 132,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603
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