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Job Title: Senior Smalltalk Developer
Location: Remote or Omaha, NE (onsite)
Duration: 12+ Months w2 only through Next Gen Software Solutions LLC
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Smalltalk Developer to join our dynamic team. This is a critical role for a seasoned professional who is passionate about building and maintaining robust, scalable enterprise applications. You will play a key part in modernizing legacy systems, integrating with distributed architectures, and mentoring junior developers. This is remote position and must be on Next Gen Software Solutions's W2 only.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex applications using Smalltalk as the primary technology.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, implement, and optimize distributed systems and enterprise solutions.
- Integrate Smalltalk applications with mainframe systems and other modern technologies (C, C++, Python) as needed.
- Oversee code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure high standards of software quality and performance.
- Utilize source control and bug tracking tools to manage codebase and resolve issues efficiently.
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and mid-level developers.
- Participate in requirements gathering, solution design, and project planning with stakeholders.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems to ensure reliability and scalability.
- Document technical designs, processes, and procedures for ongoing support and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in Smalltalk development (VisualWorks, VA Smalltalk, or similar environments).
- Proven expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale, mission-critical Smalltalk applications.
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and enterprise integration patterns.
- Proficiency in at least one additional programming language: C, C++, or Python.
- Experience working with mainframe systems and integrating legacy applications.
- Deep familiarity with software source control (e.g., Git, SVN) and bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for technical innovation.
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, geographically distributed team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience modernizing legacy Smalltalk applications and migrating to cloud or distributed environments.
- Prior experience in financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated industries.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.
About Next Gen Software Solutions LLC
Founded by a U.S. Army veteran, Next Gen Software Solutions stands for discipline, transparency, and elite talent delivery. We connect high-caliber engineers with mission-critical opportunities across leading fintech and enterprise clients.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity at every level. Inclusion is not a policy-it's our operating principle.
Note: As an Employer we also provide bench services at the end term to make sure our employee always stays in the job.