Senior Software Engineer, Java | Endpoint Architecture

NinjaOne provides a Unified IT Operations Platform for managing, protecting, and maintaining endpoints and servers. The Senior Software Engineer, Java will design and implement scalable, high-availability software systems, lead development and architectural initiatives, collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and promote software quality.

Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Lead the development of large-scale software applications, ensuring high quality and adherence to our quality-first standards
• Software Architecture & Leadership: Influence critical architectural decisions, ensuring that systems are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business objectives. Balance technical debt, performance concerns, and scalability with business needs
• Collaboration & Mentorship: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on technical decisions and drive improvements. Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and setting technical standards across projects
• Ownership of Initiatives: Take ownership of technical initiatives, proactively address challenges, and drive improvements based on data reported by support teams
• Focus on Quality: Advocate for and implement quality assurance practices, ensuring the delivery of robust, high-performance software
• Other Duties: Contribute to additional responsibilities as needed to support the team’s success

Requirements:

• Location - We are flexible on remote working from home, if you are located in the USA and reside in one of the following states - CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, *IL, KS, ME, MA, NJ, NC, NY, OR, TN, TX, VA, and WA. We have physical offices in Austin, TX and Tampa, FL, if you prefer a hybrid option
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in Java software development, particularly for product applications
• 5+ years of experience with highly scalable systems
• Proven experience in scaling systems and solving complex system design challenges
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) design principles and practices
• Expertise in API design and RESTful services, with experience using frameworks like Jersey or Spring
• Proficient in relational database design and development
• In-depth knowledge of quality testing practices and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software
• This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship
• *Due to operational policies, NinjaOne is unable to hire for this role within the city limits of Chicago. We will consider all qualified candidates who reside outside of the city proper or are willing to self-relocate
• Experience with caching systems, particularly Redis, is a plus