Software Engineer II - Services

Summary

Kapitus is a small business financing company that provides lending and financing solutions. The Software Engineer II - Services will design and develop AWS-based microservices and APIs, improve operational systems, and collaborate with developers and business stakeholders in an Agile environment. The role also provides technical direction to junior engineers and supports both legacy and future-state systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical design sessions to identify/document technical solutions
• Develop microservices with AWS serverless architecture
• Function as a trusted advisor with a consultative mindset in interactions with stakeholders
• Help build and maintain a best-in-class team culture through partnership, open dialogue, and transparent feedback
• Drive continual improvement to the efficiency and flexibility of the systems while keeping a high bar for customer trust, performance, and availability
• Provide technical direction to junior engineers on the team
• Support legacy code as needed while building out the future state systems and solutions

Skills

• BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 4-8 years of hands-on development experience using modern programming languages including NodeJS and Python
• Looking specifically for experience with designing & implementing both REST & event based services using AWS tool suite including Lambda functions, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, IAM, etc
• Experience implementing and supporting SaaS/Cloud software solutions including developing/supporting functionality to integrate with internal systems
• Experience developing with AWS services: Lambdas, SQS, SNS, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2, IAM, STS
• Experience working with both non-relational and multiple relational database platforms (RDS)
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven history of working in Agile development environment
• Experience with developing and deploying APIs (must have)
• Experience building infrastructure with Cloud Formation Templates (CFTs)
• A creative and analytical problem solver focused on translating complex business problems into architecturally sound technical solutions
• Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence
• Experience in lending or financial services domains
• AWS Solutions Architect or Developer Certification
• Experience with SCRUM, SAFE, and Test-Driven Development
• Experience communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior management to understand requirements, discuss software product features, technical designs and product strategy

Qualifications

Must Haves

• BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 4-8 years of hands-on development experience using modern programming languages including NodeJS and Python
• Looking specifically for experience with designing & implementing both REST & event based services using AWS tool suite including Lambda functions, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, IAM, etc
• Experience implementing and supporting SaaS/Cloud software solutions including developing/supporting functionality to integrate with internal systems
• Experience developing with AWS services: Lambdas, SQS, SNS, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, API Gateway, EC2, IAM, STS
• Experience working with both non-relational and multiple relational database platforms (RDS)
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven history of working in Agile development environment
• Experience with developing and deploying APIs (must have)
• Experience building infrastructure with Cloud Formation Templates (CFTs)
• A creative and analytical problem solver focused on translating complex business problems into architecturally sound technical solutions
• Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence

Nice to Haves

• Experience in lending or financial services domains
• AWS Solutions Architect or Developer Certification
• Experience with SCRUM, SAFE, and Test-Driven Development
• Experience communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior management to understand requirements, discuss software product features, technical designs and product strategy

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Compensation Eligibility – Up to 10% annually
• 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.
• UHC perks including Sweat Equity, free subscription to the Calm App, UHC rewards, Real Appeal, and Quit For Life.
• Flexible Spending Account for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, or dependent care expenses.
• Employer-sponsored Lifestyle Spending Account with reimbursement for expenses related to physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Company-paid basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance and enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage through Mutual of Omaha.
• Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurance.
• Company-paid maternity and parental leave beyond state-mandated leave policies.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and commuter expenses.
• LifeBalance membership with discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness.
• Pet and car insurance discounts.
• Financial services such as LegalShield.
• Relaxation and stress management tools.
• Plum Benefits Discount Program with discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more.
• Up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events.
• Travel reimbursement for all work-related travel.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time.
• 401K plan managed through Fidelity.
• A 25% match on employee contributions, up to 6% of annual salary.