Senior Staff Software Engineer - Java (Remote)

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.

Job Description

Experian is looking for an experienced Staff Software Engineer to join our team. As an important contributor, you will develop and deliver direct-to-customer products on a cloud-native Java platform using AWS. In this technical and influential role, you will lead multiple projects and work with a team of accomplished developers, incorporating advanced technologies such as GraphQL and Kafka.

You will report to a Senior Staff Software Engineer. You will work remote from home in the US, or hybrid based on proximity to an Experian office.

Responsibilities

• Develop new product features using Java, AWS cloud technologies, GraphQL for building APIs, and Kafka for handling real-time data streams, ensuring reliability, and scalability.
• Architect solutions and frameworks that support a cloud-native approach, applying AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, Kinesis, DynamoDB, along with GraphQL and Kafka.
• Guide the use of best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability across the development team.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other partners to define clear deliverables.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure that the software development lifecycle follows Agile methodologies.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability while ensuring data security and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with an understanding of Java and experience deploying applications on AWS.
• Experience leading software development projects and teams in an Agile environment.
• Knowledge of AWS cloud services and architecture, hands-on experience with GraphQL, Kafka, Spring Boot, and developing reactive applications, demonstrating proficiency in creating scalable cloud-based solutions.
• Proficiency in developing and deploying microservices, APIs, and scalable real-time event-driven systems.
• Experience with Gradle dependency management, library upgrades, and vulnerability removal.
• Maintain Java microservices and serverless systems using clean code best practices.
• Solve issues with production systems using logs, traces, and metrics and reach a resolution with minimal impact, with observability tools such as Datadog.
• Proficient in writing automated integration and unit tests.

Additional Information

Benefits/Perks

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
• Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand-index.html

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Work