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Hello,

We’re looking for a Platform Engineer III to join our dynamic backend engineering team. If you're passionate about delivering scalable backend systems using both Java Spring Boot and .NET, and love driving innovation through architecture, microservices, and cloud-native development—this is the role for you.

Job Title: Platform Engineer III

Location: Cincinnati, OH - Onsite

TOP SKILLS:

Must Have

Application Dev.

Java Spring Boot

.Net Full Stack Development

Nice To Have

Containerization (Docker, ECS, EKS, Kubenetes)

Jenkins

Terraform

We're seeking a versatile Backend Software Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence and collaborative innovation. This intermediate-level position is designed for a professional who brings both .NET and Java Spring Boot expertise while actively contributing to architectural decisions and driving solutions that make a real impact.

What You'll Do:

Drive Technical Solutions Build robust, scalable backend systems using Java Spring Boot re-platforming systems that are currently .NET. Designing APIs and microservices that power critical business applications. You'll ensure high-quality code that meets our standards for performance, security, and maintainability.

Lead Through Collaboration Participate actively in agile ceremonies, contributing ideas that shape project direction and technical approach.

Innovate and Optimize Develop applications in OpenShift with future potential for building cloud-native applications on AWS. Build containerized microservices, implement CI/CD pipelines, and create automated solutions that improve operational excellence. Stay ahead of technology trends and bring fresh perspectives to our development practices.

Ensure Excellence Write comprehensive unit tests, conduct thorough code reviews, and maintain security best practices. Collaborate with DevOps and operations teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure our applications deliver exceptional user experiences while meeting compliance requirements.

What You Bring

Core Technical Skills:

5-10 years professional software development experience with proven ability to deliver production-quality applications

Strong proficiency in Java Spring Boot (Java 17+) with deep understanding of Spring ecosystem (Security, Data, Cloud)

Solid experience with .NET Core/.NET 6+ and ASP.NET Core, including Web API development and Entity Framework

API Development expertise in designing and implementing RESTful services, including authentication, versioning, and documentation

Modern Development Practices

Cloud-native development experience with AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, ECS)

Containerization skills using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes or ECS

Testing expertise with comprehensive unit testing (JUnit, NUnit/xUnit) and integration testing strategies

Version control mastery using Git with branching strategies and code review processes

Agile methodology experience with active participation in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives

Professional Qualities

Problem-solving mindset with ability to analyze complex requirements and design elegant solutions

Communication skills that enable effective collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Learning agility with demonstrated ability to quickly adopt new technologies and frameworks

Quality focus with attention to code craftsmanship, documentation, and operational excellence

Bonus Points For

Advanced Technical Experience

Event-driven architecture using Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or AWS SNS/SQS

Advanced AWS services (API Gateway, CloudFormation, Systems Manager, Secrets Manager)

DevOps and Infrastructure

Infrastructure as Code with Terraform or AWS CDK

CI/CD pipeline design using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline

Security tooling including HashiCorp Vault, AWS IAM, and vulnerability scanning

Production troubleshooting and incident response experience

What You’ll Get

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

Optional life and disability insurance provided

401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing

Paid vacation time

Paid Bench time

Training allowance offering

You’ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!