Software Engineer

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Location: Chicago, IL or Reston, VA (Onsite – 4 days/week)Employment Type: Full-TimeJob SummaryA leading media and technology organization is seeking a skilled Software Engineer with expertise in Golang and experience developing scalable data platforms and distributed systems. This role is ideal for engineers who are passionate about building high-performance, cloud-native infrastructure and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to understand requirements and develop scalable technical solutions.Design, develop, and maintain robust microservices and backend systems using Golang and GRPC protocols.Manage containerized infrastructure using Kubernetes on AWS, optimizing for performance and cost-efficiency.Build and maintain self-service tools for data pipeline orchestration, monitoring, and KPI tracking.Ensure high standards of data security, system reliability, and operational excellence across the platform.Write comprehensive technical documentation, test plans, and architecture diagrams.Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.Support compliance with internal security standards across cloud environments.QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Experience:2+ years of experience coding in Golang; strong understanding of GRPC and ProtoBuf.2+ years of experience in Python or Golang (Scala is a plus).2-5+ years of experience in software engineering, including experience with microservices and distributed systems.2+ years of experience with Kubernetes and AWS services (e.g., S3, Lambda, ECS, IAM, EMR, RDS).Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Terraform.Strong SQL skills and experience with modern data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Spark, Presto).Familiarity with monitoring tools like Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, and the ELK stack.Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.Strong communication and collaboration skills across teams and time fortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.Preferred:Experience in the advertising industry and audience data platforms is a plus.AWS Certification is a bonus.Ideal Candidate AttributesTechnically curious and driven to innovate.Customer-obsessed mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality experiences.A team player who thrives in a collaborative, inclusive culture.Values integrity, continuous learning, and shared success.This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology solutions supporting large-scale digital advertising systems, while working within a diverse and high-performing engineering team.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesBroadcast Media Production and Distribution and Technology, Information and MediaReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at SoTalent by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL.Deerfield, IL $98,600.00-$157,500.00 21 hours agoDeerfield, IL $98,600.00-$157,500.00 21 hours agoChicago, IL $95,640.00-$155,400.00 1 hour agoDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 1 day agoChicago, IL $300,000.00-$350,000.00 6 hours agoDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 3 hours agoDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 1 day agoDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 1 day agoDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 3 hours agoQuantum Software Engineer - Machine LearningQuantum Software Engineer - ApplicationsDeerfield, IL $127,500.00-$204,000.00 1 day agoRemote Full Stack Developer- INTL India- AORChicago, IL $100,000.00-$150,000.00 1 day agoChicago, IL $110,000.00-$130,000.00 1 day agoChicago, IL $90,000.00-$110,000.00 2 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17