Software Engineer III
Full Time - Hybrid
Cincinnati, OH

Job Overview

Anvl is seeking a Software Engineer III to join our engineering team. This role involves designing and developing software applications using our core technology stack of Node.js backend services with React web and Flutter mobile front-end clients. The ideal candidate will perform coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the application development process while actively collaborating with the team and taking initiative on technical solutions.

Position Level: Software Engineer III

Experience Level: 4-6+ years of related software development experience
Reporting Structure: Reports to Engineering Manager
Team Interaction: Active collaboration with cross-functional teams
Work Style: Works independently and sets technical direction, demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness

Required Technical Skills

Backend Development

• Node.js Proficiency: 4+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js development
• API Development: Experience building RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL endpoints
• Database Knowledge: Working knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases
• Server-Side Technologies: Understanding of server architecture, middleware, and backend frameworks (Express.js, Fastify, etc.)

Frontend Development

• React Experience: 3+ years of experience with React.js, including:
  • Component lifecycle and state management
  • React Hooks and modern React patterns
  • State management libraries (Redux, Context API, etc.)
• Flutter Development: Experience with Flutter framework for mobile development:
  • Dart programming language proficiency
  • Cross-platform mobile app development
  • Understanding of Flutter widgets and state management

General Technical Requirements

• Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Testing: Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and testing frameworks
• Debugging: Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the full stack
• Development Tools: Familiarity with modern development tools, IDEs, and build processes

AI & Emerging Technology

• AI-Assisted Development: Proficient with AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) to accelerate development and improve code quality
• LLM/API Integration: Experience integrating LLM APIs via AWS Bedrock into production applications
• Prompt Engineering: Working knowledge of prompt engineering fundamentals for building AI-driven features
• AI Agent Frameworks & RAG: Familiarity with AI agent frameworks, vector databases, or retrieval-augmented generation patterns (nice to have)

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Professional Experience

• 4-6+ years of professional software development experience
• Experience working in collaborative development environments
• Demonstrated ability to work on projects with moderate complexity

Key Responsibilities

Development & Technical

• Design and develop software applications using Node.js, React, and Flutter
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Perform thorough testing and quality assurance of developed features
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full technology stack
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Evaluate and integrate AI tooling into the development workflow to improve velocity and code quality

Collaboration & Leadership

• Actively collaborate with team members on technical solutions
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on the technology stack and development best practices
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical discussions
• Set technical direction and drive best practices across the team

Project Contribution

• Contribute to moderately complex aspects of projects
• Take initiative in problem-solving and solution development
• Work independently while maintaining team collaboration
• Support project planning and estimation activities

Desired Qualifications (Nice to Have)

Technical Skills

• Experience with AWS Cloud
• Knowledge of containerization via Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Understanding of mobile app deployment processes (App Store, Google Play)

Professional Skills

• Previous experience mentoring junior developers
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
• Open source contribution experience
• Technical writing and documentation skills

Success Metrics

Technical Performance

• Delivers high-quality code with minimal bugs in production
• Meets project deadlines and technical requirements
• Demonstrates continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies
• Shows initiative in identifying and solving technical challenges

Team Collaboration

• Provides valuable input in team discussions and technical reviews
• Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams
• Shares knowledge and supports team members
• Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Growth Opportunities

This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth including:

• Exposure to full-stack development across multiple platforms
• Opportunity to work on complex technical challenges
• Potential mentorship opportunities with junior team members
• Path toward Software Architect (Level IV) role
• Cross-training opportunities in different areas of the technology stack

Work Environment

• Collaborative team environment with experienced engineers
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects with varying complexity
• Access to modern development tools and technologies
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements (specify as appropriate for your company)

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