<p>Overview: We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join our dynamic team in Chicago. In this role, you’ll lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex server-side components for impactful web and mobile applications. You’ll support business priorities by delivering secure, scalable solutions and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Architect, design, and implement backend services using modern frameworks and cloud platforms.</li><li>Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.</li><li>Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, product managers, and QA teams to define requirements and deliver robust solutions.</li><li>Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.</li><li>Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and recommend improvements to development processes.</li><li>Ensure backend solutions comply with security and data privacy standards.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues as they arise.</li><li>Participate in agile ceremonies and advocate for continuous delivery and automation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Join Us? Join an innovative organization where your work directly impacts the business. You’ll gain exposure to the latest technologies and challenging projects, while driving meaningful solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p>Ready to make a difference in Chicago? Apply today to take the next step in your technology career.</p><p>Based on general knowledge.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This long-term contract role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of data systems while working with advanced technologies. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in building efficient data pipelines, managing large datasets, and integrating data processes to support business objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop, implement, and maintain scalable data pipelines using tools such as Apache Spark and Hadoop.<br>• Optimize ETL processes to ensure efficient extraction, transformation, and loading of data.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and design solutions that align with business goals.<br>• Manage large-scale datasets, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.<br>• Integrate data from various sources using Apache Kafka and other relevant technologies.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to identify and resolve performance issues.<br>• Create documentation and provide training on data processes to support team operations.<br>• Conduct regular reviews of data architecture to enhance system functionality.<br>• Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards.<br>• Work closely with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights and reporting based on data analytics.
Sr. Systems Manager (Hands-On / FinTech) Location: Chicago, IL or Overland Park, KS (Hybrid – 2 days onsite) Industry: Financial Markets / Global Exchange Employment Type: permanent <br> The Opportunity We are looking for a highly technical Sr. Systems Manager to join a leading global financial exchange network. This is a newly created position designed for a "builder" who thrives on optimizing complex systems, automating manual processes, and owning the technical roadmap for enterprise financial systems. Unlike traditional management roles, this position is focused on systems and process architecture. You will lead a talented team of contractors as a technical subject matter expert, ensuring our financial infrastructure scales with our rapid global growth. <br> The Role As the Sr. Systems Manager, you will be the primary architect and engineer for our IBM TM1 (Planning Analytics) environment. We are looking for a candidate who wants to "get under the hood"—customizing systems, building robust data processes, and eliminating manual tasks through automation. <br> Key Responsibilities: System Customization: Lead the technical design and customization of IBM TM1 to meet complex business logic requirements. Automation & Engineering: Develop and maintain scripts (Python or PowerShell) to automate system tasks, data loads, and environment management. Data Engineering: Write complex SQL queries and manage data pipelines to ensure high performance and data integrity across systems. Process Architecture: Evaluate current workflows and build scalable, automated processes to replace legacy manual efforts. Technical Oversight: Act as the technical lead for a team of 10+ contractors, providing "dotted line" mentorship and code/architecture reviews. Why Join Us? You will be at the heart of the global economy, helping to build the infrastructure that powers transparent and inclusive markets. We offer the space for big ideas, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to helping our people grow as they solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.
