Software Engineer II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Engage in technical design discussions to identify and document technical solutions.

• Create microservices utilizing AWS serverless architecture.

• Act as a trusted advisor with a consultative approach when interacting with stakeholders.

• Contribute to building and sustaining a top-tier team culture through collaboration, open communication, and honest feedback.

• Promote continuous improvement in system efficiency and flexibility while maintaining high standards for customer trust, performance, and availability.

• Offer technical guidance to junior engineers within the team.

• Maintain legacy code as required while developing future state systems and solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

• A minimum of 4-8 years of hands-on development experience with modern programming languages, including NodeJS and Python.

• Specific experience in designing and implementing both REST and event-based services using the AWS tool suite, including Lambda functions, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, IAM, etc.

• Experience in implementing and supporting SaaS/Cloud software solutions, including development/support functionality to integrate with internal systems.

• Proficient in developing with AWS services: Lambdas, SQS, SNS, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2, IAM, STS.

• Familiarity with both non-relational and multiple relational database platforms (RDS).

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven experience in an Agile development environment.

• Experience in developing and deploying APIs (a must-have).

• Experience in building infrastructure with Cloud Formation Templates (CFTs).

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Additional perks through UHC include: Sweat Equity, free subscription to the Calm App, UHC rewards, Real Appeal, and Quit For Life.

• Flexible Spending Account: Set aside pre-tax dollars from your paycheck to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, or dependent care expenses.

• Lifestyle Spending Account: Employer-sponsored post-tax benefits that allow reimbursement for expenses related to physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• 100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.

• Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance and enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.

• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.

• Commuter Benefits: We offer pre-tax benefits on parking and commuter expenses to cover travel to and from work.

• LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include:

• Pet and car insurance discounts.

• Financial services such as LegalShield.

• Relaxation and stress management tools.

• Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events. Managed through our LSA plan, Kapitus Academy.

• Travel Reimbursement: We also offer travel reimbursement for all work-related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.

• Paid Time Off and Sick Time.

• Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity. To support your long-term financial goals, the company provides a 25% match on your contributions, up to 6% of your annual salary.