Senior Software Engineer

Posted One Month Ago
Hiring Remotely in Chicago, IL, USA
Remote or Hybrid
160K-175K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Food • Pet
The Role
Designs, builds, and enhances a full-stack data platform covering data ingestion, ETL, big data processing, APIs, and web and mobile applications. Responsibilities include writing tested code, solving technical and data challenges, developing AI-integrated tools, transforming large datasets, and automating repetitive processes. The role also involves collaboration with Product and Design teams and participation in squad rotation.
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Who We Are

For over 20 years, SPINS has been a leader in recognizing the transformative power of data in retail. We offer our clients cutting-edge tools to attract attention from a fast-growing segment within the Health & Wellness industry, the values-based consumer. Nearly half of shoppers prioritize products that emphasize wellness, social responsibility, and sustainable practices. SPINS retail consumer insights, analytics, and consulting services give our clients a competitive advantage to increase their share of this growing market. Our data is the most comprehensive and accurate in the industry, allowing clients to power AI models and machine learning algorithms that help them better understand and meet their customers' needs. At SPINS, behind all of our impressive data is our real differentiator, our people. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, flexible, and communicative culture that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sr. Software Engineer

Job Overview

The primary duty of this position is to design, build, shape, and enhance the always-evolving platform of acquiring, processing, enhancing, and delivering data to customers. This full-stack engineering role spans ingestion, ETL, big data solutions, ultra-efficient APIs, MCP’s and web and mobile applications using AI-assisted development workflows. We build iterative solutions with properly tested code in an environment oozing with team camaraderie, facilitating squad rotation to fulfill both product needs and career growth.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Write clean, testable, and readable code 
  • Fail fast and use code refactoring in everyday practices 
  • Handle both routine and complex technical and data challenges 
  • Build client-facing/internal tools integrated with AI models for an enhanced user experience 
  • Efficiently ingest, normalize, and transform large amounts of data 
  • Automate routine and repeated processes wherever possible 

Requirements: 

Education & Experience

  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science or a related field (or work equivalent) 
  • In-depth Knowledge in following areas or related technologies and concepts: 
    • Java, Python, React, and Node.js 
    • RESTful and GraphQL APIs 
    • Relational, NoSQL, and Graph databases 
    • Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Kubernetes 
    • CI/CD frameworks 
    • Proficiency in AI integration tools.
  • Experience with CPG industry is a plus 

 The following is strongly preferred: 

  • Has experience with, or a passion for the following: 
  • Test-driven development 
  • Simple, automatic deployment 
  • Pair programming 
  • Ability to communicate with teammates, including Product and Design, about features and technology within your specific domain 

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $175,000.00/year

Right to work: Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.


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What SPINS Offers

We have enjoyed tremendous growth over the years and, as a leader in a fast-growing industry, we have no plans to slow down!  While all that growth brings excitement, it is also an opportunity for SPINS to show it values the health and wellness of its team members. 

  • We embrace hybrid work options so that you have the flexibility to create a work/life balance that actually works!
  • Each employee is allotted paid time to use to volunteer with an organization of their choice and charitable donations are matched.
  • Semi-annual company-wide employee survey that is used to shape company programs, perks, and culture.

  The SPINS Way

  • Direct – We communicate with clarity, honesty and respect in all situations and embrace opportunities to provide solution-oriented feedback.
  • Determined – We are committed to overcoming all obstacles to achieve results. We adapt to change, seek opportunities to learn and rapidly translate that learning into action.
  • Passionate – We go above and beyond to help our partners achieve their goals. We challenge assumptions and are comfortable forging new paths.
  • Collaborative – We leave our egos at the door, believing that working together we will produce an outcome that’s greater than each individual contribution.

For details about the information SPINS’s collects about our applicants and how we use it, please see the SPINS Privacy Policy here. 


Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Knowledge of Java, Python, React, and Node.js, or related technologies
  • Knowledge of RESTful and GraphQL APIs
  • Knowledge of relational, NoSQL, and graph databases
  • Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, and Kubernetes
  • Knowledge of CI/CD frameworks
  • Familiarity with AI integration tools
  • Experience with the CPG industry
  • Experience with or passion for test-driven development
  • Experience with or passion for simple, automatic deployment
  • Experience with or passion for pair programming
  • Ability to communicate with Product and Design teams about features and technology
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
400 Employees
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

SPINS is a wellness-focused data company and advocate for the Natural Products Industry. Over the past two decades, SPINS’ investments have led to a common language used across the industry as well as laid the foundation for the next generation of innovation, while providing dynamic data, actionable insights, and digital activation solutions that drive growth for our clients & partners and contribute to a healthier and more vibrant America. Learn more at www.spins.com.

Why Work With Us

SPINS is a diverse group of positive professionals with a commitment to advancing the Natural, Organic, and Specialty Product Industries. We pride ourselves on building meaningful relationships with each member of our team and fostering professional development.

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