Senior Software Engineer

About Supernova Technology

Founded in 2014, we offer the industry’s first and only cloud-based, fully-customizable, end-to-end software solution to automate securities-based lending from origination through the life of the loan. By combining thought leadership in suitability and risk management with industry-leading education and the latest technology, Supernova enables advisors to deliver holistic, goals-based advice and to help their clients achieve financial wellness. We partner with the industry’s largest banks, most prominent insurance companies and leading online brokerages to democratize access to securities-based lending and better the entire financial ecosystem.

Why Join Supernova?

At Supernova Technology, we believe that the best results come from a team that is passionate, driven, and supported in all aspects of their professional lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented and innovative individuals who are committed to driving the future of securities-based lending technology. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and growth, where each person’s contributions make a real impact.

About the Role

Senior Software Engineer for Supernova Lending, LLC, Chicago, IL.

Lead the effort in the design, development, and maintenance of our platform and related services.  Review code, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards and guidelines. Participate in architecture and design discussions, contributing to the overall technical vision and direction of the team. Build and maintain unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability. Continuously improve the performance, reliability, and security of our platform.  Address technical debt, refactoring code as necessary, and driving improvements in the team's software development processes and practices. Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members. Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in development, sharing knowledge and insights with the team. Allows for the option to telecommute from home office in the Chicago metro area 1 day per week at employer’s discretion. 

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or the equiv. based on a combo of education, training and or experience as determined by a written evaluation from a qualified credentials evaluator, plus five years of experience as a software developer.

Must possess at least 5 years of experience with the following:

• Expertise with either Java or Python in development. Using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS for backend services, or using Python for ETL jobs.
• Experience with backend data storage system design.
• Building and maintaining unit tests and integration tests and engaging with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Experience with good SDLC practices, expertise in using version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Using microservices, event-driven architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Allows for the option to telecommute from home office in the Chicago metro area 1 day per week at employer’s discretion.

Compensation: $153,317.00/year

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Our Core Values

Our core values drive everything we do. At Supernova, we...

• Form, execute, and communicate new ideas that add value to our employees and customers
• Strive through obstacles and failures
• Follow-through on promises or commitments to others, accept responsibility, and answer for actions & decisions
• Listen to, understand, and support our employees and customers
• Act with speed, positive attitude, and flexibility
• Exceed expectations and surpass ourselves every day; we embrace a sense of pride and never stop growing

Join us and make an impact while growing your career at Supernova!