Position: Senior Backend Developer - Retail Pricing Applications
Location: Pittsburgh, PA on client site (some flexibility with location allowed within proximity to a MidAtlantic CGI office Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Richmond or Fairfax, VA; Dallas, TX)
Duration: Long Term Contract
About VLink: Started in 2006 and headquartered in Connecticut, VLink is one of the fastest growing digital technology services and consulting companies. Since its inception, our innovative team members have been solving the most complex business, and IT challenges of our global clients.
Job Description:
We are looking for a proactive, solutions-oriented Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in complex environments and can deliver immediate impact. This individual blends deep technical expertise with strong business acumen, operates autonomously, and partners effectively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality retail and pricing solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Kotlin, Java, and Spring Boot
- Build and optimize data-driven applications leveraging SQL Server and PostgreSQL
- Develop event-driven architectures using Kafka
- Implement and support search capabilities using Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver retail and pricing-focused solutions
- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical designs
- Ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of applications
- Contribute to architecture discussions, design decisions, and technical best practices
- Provide insights and recommendations based on domain knowledge, especially in retail, pricing, and loyalty systems
Required Qualifications:
- Retail Software Development experience is required
3 5 years technical experience:
o System design and distributed architectures
o Kotlin
o Java
o Spring Boot
o Kafka
o SQL Server & PostgreSQL
. 1-3 years technical experience
o Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
. 1 4 years of domain expertise in:
o Retail / Pricing systems
o Loyalty programs or targeted pricing
. A highly capable engineer who combines technical excellence with business understanding
. Someone who can quickly integrate into teams and add immediate value
. A professional who takes initiative, drives solutions, and builds strong stakeholder relationships
. Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform).
. Experience with data intensive solutions. Proficiency with SQL and large data structures.
. Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and proactively identify risks.
Employment Practices:
EEO, ADA, FMLA Compliant
VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Applicant information will be handled in accordance with VLink's privacy policy.
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