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Job Description: Senior Software Engineer III
Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite)
Duration: Contract/ Full Time
Position Overview
As a Senior Software Engineer III, you will serve as a seasoned individual contributor responsible for the design, development, and delivery of secure and scalable software systems. You'll collaborate closely with product managers, stakeholders, and fellow engineers to convert complex business requirements into well-architected technical solutions.
You will play a vital role in building a strong technology foundation, mentoring team members, and ensuring adherence to security, compliance, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, testable code that addresses complex business and technical needs.
Participate in and lead design discussions, code reviews, and architectural decisions.
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers by sharing coding best practices and technical guidance.
Demonstrate operational excellence in monitoring, deployment, and incident response.
Translate functional specifications into scalable and secure software.
Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks such as BSA, OFAC, and internal security standards.
Promote a culture of documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
Contribute to team practices, tools, and engineering processes.
Qualifications
10+ years of professional software development experience, including ownership of production systems.
Proficiency in modern programming languages:
- Preferred: Node.js / TypeScript
- Bonus: Functional programming experience
Strong background in cloud-native platforms (preferred: Microsoft Azure; also valued: AWS, Google Cloud Platform).
Deep understanding of distributed systems, software architecture, and CI/CD pipelines.
Proven experience in regulated environments (fintech, banking, or healthcare).
Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and core engineering principles.
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and guiding technical initiatives.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification preferred.
Additional relevant certifications (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect) are a plus.
Experience with Postman or other API development/testing tools is preferred.
How You'll Thrive
Be the Best Communicate clearly, focus on quality, and pursue personal growth.
Be Relentless Persist through challenges and always advocate for clients and teammates.
Be Bold Think creatively and build authentic relationships based on trust.
Embrace Ambiguity Apply judgment and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems.
Stay Flexible Adapt quickly, prioritize efficiency, and find smarter ways to work.
Support the Team Be a true team player with strong emotional intelligence.
Thanks & Regards
Ashish Chhabra
Last Word Consulting Inc.
Ph: Ext. 423 . Direct:
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