Software Engineer

Haystack
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 18, 2026

About the role

We are working with a global technology group that provides IT consulting, systems integration, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises worldwide. This organization is a CMM Level 5 company with a strong global presence, helping businesses across various sectors innovate and grow.

The Role

Develop high-quality code with minimal disruption to the production environment

Work across multiple teams as an individual contributor to complete technical tasks

Submit and track requests for network blockers and security requirements

Document and contribute to solution designs, seeking feedback from peers

Communicate progress of work products and deliverables to management and team members

Participate in peer review sessions and lead by example in technical critique

Document technology standards and best practices, ensuring adherence across the team

Conduct analysis of application and database performance, troubleshoot, and monitor applications

Assist in implementing reliable automated test cases in partnership with Quality Engineers

What You'll Need

BS in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience

4 to 6+ years of experience in software design and web development

Strong programming skills in object-oriented languages, particularly Java with Spring framework

Proficient knowledge of SQL and at least one Unix or Unix variant system

Experience with AWS services, Angular, MVC, JavaScript, Ajax, ORM, and web services

Familiarity with build automation and code repository tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Maven, GitLab)

Excellent written and oral communication, including presentation skills

Independent thinking, decision-making abilities, adaptability, and critical thinking

What's On Offer

Opportunity to contribute to a global technology group

Work on diverse projects for Fortune 1000 enterprises

Collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies like AWS and Angular

Apply via Haystack today!

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality code with minimal disruption to the production environment
  • Work across multiple teams as an individual contributor to complete technical tasks
  • Submit and track requests for network blockers and security requirements
  • Document and contribute to solution designs, seeking feedback from peers
  • Communicate progress of work products and deliverables to management and team members
  • Participate in peer review sessions and lead by example in technical critique
  • Document technology standards and best practices, ensuring adherence across the team
  • Conduct analysis of application and database performance, troubleshoot, and monitor applications

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 4 to 6+ years of experience in software design and web development
  • Strong programming skills in object-oriented languages, particularly Java with Spring framework
  • Proficient knowledge of SQL and at least one Unix or Unix variant system
  • Experience with AWS services, Angular, MVC, JavaScript, Ajax, ORM, and web services
  • Familiarity with build automation and code repository tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Maven, GitLab)
  • Excellent written and oral communication, including presentation skills
  • Independent thinking, decision-making abilities, adaptability, and critical thinking

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to a global technology group
  • Work on diverse projects for Fortune 1000 enterprises
  • Collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies like AWS and Angular

Skills mentioned

JavaSpring BootSQLLinuxAWSAngularJavaScriptJenkinsGitSoftware Testing

About Haystack

Haystack combines AI & expert vetting to deliver world-class tech candidates who are engaged, aligned, and ready to interview. We're trusted by over 400,000+ tech candidates, working in Software Engineering, Data, Design, DevOps, Cloud, Tech Management, Testing, Product & Delivery, Architecture and more. 100s of employers from startups and scale-ups like Atom Bank, DuckDuckGo and Goodlord to established enterprises like American Express, Dunelm and AWS use Haystack to connect with qualified tech talent that they can't find anywhere else.

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