The Staff Software Engineer will lead efforts and contribute to building high quality scalable computer software systems, participating in the design process from beginning to end. Leads decisions to achieve our strategic product goals. Demonstrates deep technical domain knowledge and ownership of multiple product features end-to-end. A key strategic player involved in maintenance of product features, including on call escalations, triaging and resolution. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 64 Lead code/design reviews to ensure smooth daily operations and accurate planning 64 Participate in the entire application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging 64 Write clean code to develop functional web applications 64 Advanced troubleshooting and debugging 64 Perform UI tests to optimize performance 64 Liaise with developers, designers and system administrators to identify new features 64 Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve legacy applications 64 Gather and address technical and design requirements 64 Set up and maintain environment configurations and monitor system health 64 Build reusable code and libraries for future use 64 Provide training and support to internal teams 64 Enhance development tools, test coverage, and/or code structure 64 Lead mentoring and technical support to junior engineers 64 Respond promptly to on-call incidents, including troubleshooting and resolving critical disruptions to ensure minimal downtime 64 Maintain clear and proactive communication with customers and vendors to ensure a positive, collaborative relationship 64 Exemplary self-sufficiency by independently managing tasks, problem-solving, and meeting deadlines, while adapting to new challenges without supervision. 64 Establishing and maintaining development standards within the team 64 Champion an API-first approach software projects, ensuring seamless integration, scalability, and extensibility. Recommended Experience & Education Minimum Years of Experience Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or 6 years and an advanced degree. Education Level Bachelor27s degree in engineering, or another related field or equivalent work experience Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications Required 64 Requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience in software development, or a related field; or 6 years and an advanced degree 64 Strong programming skills in an object-oriented language such as Java or C#, with proven work experience as a full stack developer 64 Strong experience working with modern Javascript frameworks like React and Angular, HTML, and CSS 64 In-depth understanding of the entire software development process (design, development and deployment) 64 Experience developing and deploying applications for Cloud Native Infrastructure 64 Collaborates effectively within the agile framework with a problem-solving attitude and willing to take a variety of approaches 64 Excellent analytical and time management skills, with a proven ability to deliver value independently 64 Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience providing technical input 64 Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, product teams, and wider organization initiatives 64 Proven experience in monitoring and supporting production systems, with proficiency in identifying and resolving issues, implementing proactive measures, and measurement tracking. 64 Advanced experience optimizing system performance, including the ability to troubleshoot bottlenecks and implement performance improvements 64 Advanced experience in SQL and NoSQL databases, coupled with caching mechanisms. Includes designing data structures, optimizing, and maintaining systems, as well as effective caching strategies to enhance performance and responsiveness. 64 Deep understanding and practical application of REST API best practices. Proficiency in adhering to standards, ensuring security, scalability, and optimal performance 64 Advanced strategies for developing tests including unit tests, UI automation tests, integration tests 64 Experience building and deploying applications using Kubernetes 64 Experience in Open telemetry 64 Ability to participate in on call rotation Preferred 64 Master27s degree in engineering, technology or related field 64 Experience working with SaaS offerings in the technology and financial industries 64 Experience building and deploying applications on Amazon Web Services using Kubernetes 64 Experience in cross platform mobile development frameworks like Flutter Physical Demands 64 Ability to lift a minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum of 10 pounds unassisted 64 Ability to stand, sit, stoop, walk, stretch, reach, and use full range of body motions 64 Manual dexterity as required for specific equipment The salary range for this position is: $150,000 - $178,000 Cool Things to Know Not Just Any Company: Alkami has an awesome diverse and inclusive environment. We have a FUN culture and offer great benefits, including remote-first environment, unlimited paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, and more. Work Authorization: We cannot offer employment sponsorship at this time. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US for full-time employment. Recruiters: We are not looking for outside recruiting firms to help us in this search. Thank you for understanding. Pay Transparency:As of January 1, 2023, new states and locales have enacted pay equity laws that require more pay transparency by employers in the following states: California, Colorado (effective January 1, 2021), Connecticut, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island and Washington.