Senior Software Engineer, New York (730, 732)

As a Senior Software Engineer at Lab49, you will be integral in designing and implementing user interfaces, employing CI/CD tools, and developing applications for our esteemed financial services clients. Your expertise in Java, JavaScript, and Cloud technologies is core to ensuring we deliver top-notch software solutions.

To be considered for the Senior Software Engineer role at Lab49, candidates should have strong proficiency in Java (versions 8-21) and experience with JavaScript and the Spring framework. Familiarity with application servers and relational databases is essential, alongside a proven track record in full-cycle system development.

At Lab49, you’ll experience a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We believe in a hybrid work culture, fostering both flexibility and personal connections, allowing you to thrive both remotely and in our dynamic Midtown Manhattan office.

In your role as a Senior Software Engineer at Lab49, you’ll be leveraging technologies such as Java EE, Cloud services, GitLab, Jenkins, and various modern web UI frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular, providing you opportunities to innovate and grow.

While prior experience in financial services is beneficial for the Senior Software Engineer position at Lab49, it's not strictly necessary. We value diverse backgrounds and are looking for candidates with strong technical skills and a passion for leveraging technology to support the financial industry.

Lab49’s hybrid work model for Senior Software Engineers means you have the flexibility to work both remotely and in person, averaging 2-3 days weekly at our office or client sites. This model helps foster team collaboration while accommodating individual work preferences.

Lab49 stands out as a great workplace for Senior Software Engineers due to our commitment to innovation, collaboration, professional growth, and inclusivity. With a robust hybrid work model and diverse team, you’ll have the chance to work on impactful technology projects that shape the financial services landscape.

In interviews, highlight your methodology for user interface design, including user experience considerations, adherence to best practices, and how you incorporate feedback during the development process. Discuss any tools you've used to enhance design efficiency.

Be prepared to discuss specific instances where you implemented CI/CD in your projects. Detail the benefits you observed in terms of deployment frequency and reliability, and share any challenges you overcame while integrating these tools into your workflows.

Illustrate your familiarity with Java frameworks, particularly the Spring framework, and discuss specific projects where you've utilized these tools. Explain how they contributed to your project’s success and the overall architecture.

Share specific examples of how you’ve utilized cloud platforms in your work. Discuss the services you used, the architecture you designed or implemented, and any measurable benefits that the cloud integration brought to your applications.

Discuss your communication strategies, including regular check-ins and feedback loops, as well as any collaboration tools you employ. Emphasize your ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical team members.

Be ready to offer insights into your testing strategies, covering unit testing, integration testing, and any automated testing tools you prefer. Share experiences where thorough testing saved time or improved software quality.

Prepare to detail a specific problem, the process you used to diagnose the issue, and the solution you implemented. Explain the impact of your solution and any learnings that influenced your subsequent projects.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning, including resources you utilize, such as online courses, tech communities, and conferences. Highlight how you apply new knowledge to your projects at Lab49.

Explain that knowledge of the financial services industry is crucial for developing tailored software solutions. Share any relevant experiences or education that align with this understanding, illustrating your ability to contribute to client needs effectively.

Mention any additional languages you’ve worked with, such as Python or Scala, and describe projects where you utilized these languages. Discuss how being multilingual in programming enhances your capacity for problem-solving and technical versatility.