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Robert Half

Senior Software Engineer (Chicago)

Robert Half, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Senior Java Developer: Engineer Mission-Critical Backend Systems Handling Massive Global E-Commerce Traffic We operate a real-time, high-security platform in the digital risk space, requiring systems with continuous, high-volume throughput and near-zero latency. We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer ready to own the architecture of this demanding environment.

The Role & Impact Own the Backend:

Design and code the complex Java backend for a core fraud and device intelligence platform utilized by leading global e-commerce sites. High-Stakes Performance:

Solve intricate architectural challenges to guarantee system resilience and ultra-fast decision-making, directly protecting millions in client revenue. Hands-On Code:

Role involves approximately

50% pure coding

on mission-critical applications. Leadership:

Serve as a key resource in technical design, architecture, and leading incident resolution during critical production scenarios.

Technical Environment Core Stack:

Deep expertise in

Java

and

Spring Boot

is mandatory. Relational Data:

Strong proficiency with

Postgres

and

Oracle . Scaling Data:

Experience architecting solutions using non-relational databases (e.g.,

DynamoDB, Cassandra ) for maximum speed and scale. High-Value Background:

Experience in

Fintech or trading

is highly valued due to the shared demands for security and low-latency performance.

Location & Flexibility Remote Focus:

This is a predominantly

remote

role. Quarterly Collaboration:

Requires travel for just one essential, collaborative design session per quarter in our headquarters located in the Chicago, IL area. Ideal Base:

Targeting candidates located in

Illinois

or

Southern California .

Required Experience 5+ Years:

Hands-on, production experience as a core Java developer. Scale Mastery:

Proven history building and optimizing

high-volume, low-latency

backend applications.

If you are an engineer whose best work is done under challenging architectural constraints, we encourage you to apply.

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