Job Specifications
Our client is looking to fill the role of Sr. Software Dev Engineer. This role is part of the Client Sports App Backend Team, responsible for powering a top-rated sports application. The team builds scalable, high-performance backend systems that deliver real-time sports data, personalized features, and engaging fan experiences used by millions globally. We are seeking a seasoned backend engineer who is passionate about technology, sports, and AI-driven innovation. If you enjoy solving complex backend challenges and building world-class applications, this role is a strong match.
Responsibilities:
As a Backend Engineer, you will collaborate with a team of talented developers to design, enhance, and optimize backend systems that support:
Real-time sports data delivery
Personalized user experiences
High-volume APIs powering mobile applications
AI-driven capabilities and fan interaction features
Legacy to New API Migration
You will work on migrating legacy Data APIs that are being deprecated to new versions provided by the Data team.
Ensuring compatibility between old and new APIs
Coordinating with the Data team for missing or mismatched data
Ensuring mobile clients remain unaffected by underlying changes
Success Metrics / KPIs
Ability to migrate 1–2 components/APIs per week depending on complexity
Delivering stable, high-quality features to production
Meeting migration milestones, deadlines, and expectations
Success is measured by:
Meeting deadlines and scope objectives
Stability and performance of migrated APIs
Quality of production releases
Required Qualifications:
5+ years Java or Kotlin development experience
5+ years server-side API development on Linux with scalable, high-performance systems
Strong foundations in OOP, design patterns, algorithms, data structures
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure
Ability to write clean, maintainable, well-documented code
8+ years total software development experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Highly organized, proactive, and self-driven
Preferred Skills
Passion for sports or fantasy sports
Experience building GraphQL servers
Expertise with highly available distributed systems
Experience with AWS services (S3, DynamoDB, SQS, API Gateway)
Experience using AI tools for coding and debugging
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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About Solomon Page
Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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