Sr. Staff Software Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Java Architect) at Blue Yonder – a leading AI-driven global supply chain solutions software product company and one of Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work”. This role is based in Location: Dallas, TX – (Hybrid role, in-office presence required) and offers a competitive Salary: $129,553 - $189,615 per year, with eligibility for performance bonus or commission. You will work closely with the broader engineering team, leveraging technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, WebFlux/Project Reactor, Kafka, and Microsoft Azure to design and develop highly scalable, low latency, cloud-native backend services and microservices.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and Develop: Design, implement, and maintain robust backend services using Java, Spring Boot, WebFlux/Project Reactor, Quarkus, and reactive programming principles.
• Cloud Solutions: Leverage Microsoft Azure services—including AKS, helm, terraform, GitHub Actions, and MongoDB—to build, deploy, and scale applications.
• SaaS Development: Design and develop SaaS solutions with a focus on multi-tenancy, scalability, low latency, and high availability.
• Event-Driven Systems: Design and implement distributed systems using Apache Kafka for event streaming, real-time data processing, and messaging.
• Hands-on Leadership: Code actively, conduct peer reviews, and uphold high standards for software quality, performance, and security.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and support to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Management, UX, and Product Development teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features.
• Performance Optimization: Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and optimize code for maximum scalability and reliability.
• Best Practices: Champion test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD, and secure coding standards throughout the software development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience Required: Minimum of 12+ years in software development with a focus on Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
• Proven experience in reactive programming using frameworks such as Spring WebFlux, Project Reactor, or Quarkus.
• Strong hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for building scalable, event-driven applications.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud services, including deploying microservices and managing infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and designing scalable backend systems.
• Solid knowledge of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CQRS and Event Sourcing patterns.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
• Knowledge of GraphQL and gRPC is a plus.
• Experience in building high-availability systems and disaster recovery planning.
• Contributions to open-source projects and active participation in tech communities.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits including Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, and more