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Staff Software Engineer

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Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
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Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
Design, build, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and microservices using Java/Spring Boot and cloud-native AWS patterns. Lead design reviews, mentor engineers, implement CI/CD and automated tests, troubleshoot production issues, work with Kafka-based event architectures, and design databases across SQL and NoSQL stores.
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CDK Global LLC seeks Staff Software Engineer at its facility located at 11809 Domain Drive, Suite 200, Austin TX 78758.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Build and maintain scalable Restful APIs and communication with the down-stream systems using Java and Spring boot. Work with JavaScript, Node.js, Kafka, AWS. (API Gateway, Lambda, SNS, SQS, S3), Kubernetes, and cloud development. Collaborate with architects, designers, product owners, and other software engineers and work on shared libraries developed in Java. Analyze client requirements and translate system requirements to task specifications for junior engineers. Analyze system to improve design and performance. Conduct design reviews to ensure code developed meets coding standard methodologies guidelines, unit testing, security, and scalability and maintainability guidelines along with SOLID design principles. Review code and provide feedback relative to best practices and improve performance. Write automated tests for new and existing code and test and build CI & CD (continuous integration and continuous deployment). Provide technical leadership to and mentor fellow team members. Present technical API solutions to internal and external cross-functional teams. Work on critical production issues and conduct root cause analysis. Work with DBAs and design proper databases for the application using any of SQL, SQL Schemas, NoSQL environments; Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, Couch Base, MongoDB the database. Telecommuting: 100% Telecommuting.

REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Applications, Applied Computer Science or related field. Plus 8 years of experience as a Software Developer or in an occupation involving Software Development. Additionally, the applicant must have professional experience with: (1) Using Java with Spring Boot to design and build scalable, highly available microservices that support complex business workflows and enterprise-scale platforms; (2) Using Python to develop data processing scripts, automation tools, and backend services, particularly for platform support, data validation, and operational workflows; (3) Using Apache Kafka platform to design event-driven architectures, build reliable data pipelines, manage schema evolution, and ensure ordered, scalable, and fault-tolerant message processing; (4) Using cloud-native design patterns and AWS services, including API Gateway, Lambda, SNS, SQS, S3, SSM, KMS, DynamoDB, and Cloud watch to build resilient, fault-tolerant applications and deploy secure, scalable solutions; (5) Using performance testing and load-testing tools, including JMeter and BlazeMeter, to validate system scalability, identify bottlenecks, and ensure platforms meet performance and reliability expectations; (6) Using observability and monitoring tools, including Splunk, and AppDynamic, to proactively detect production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive long-term system improvements; and (7) Providing technical direction, reviewing designs and implementations, acting as an SME for Kafka and data platforms, and enabling teams by creating reusable frameworks, shared libraries, and platform capabilities that improve consistency, quality, and delivery speed across the organization.

Applicants who are interested in this position may apply by visiting https://careers.cdkglobal.com/ or email resume to [email protected] Reference Req# JR9111.

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CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location.  The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • 401K Matching Program

  • Tuition Reimbursement

At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.

CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. CDK retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed.


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