Develop and support high-volume, mission-critical web applications across the full software development lifecycle. Build with TypeScript, JavaScript, Next.js, and SQL; deploy and operate applications in Microsoft Azure; use AI-assisted development tools; troubleshoot complex technical issues; make architectural decisions; and mentor other engineers. The role requires multi-tier system development, database optimization, Agile collaboration, and proactive delivery of reliable, high-quality software.
This is a remote position.
Paradigm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support our client in the development of high-volume, mission-critical web applications. This is a hands-on engineering role for an experienced developer who can contribute across the full software development lifecycle while serving as a technical resource and mentor to other members of the development team.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience with TypeScript/JavaScript, Next.js, and SQL, along with significant cloud development experience, preferably in Microsoft Azure. This position also requires practical experience using AI development tools as part of the daily software development process, including analysis, design, coding, debugging, and related engineering tasks.
Type: Contract
Duration: 12-month*
Pay Rate: $70-$80/hour
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), PTO, and sick leave
Location: Remote – approved U.S. locations
Job No.: Para_1503
* Assignment lengths are estimated based on the expected workload and scope of work. The assignment may be extended or conclude earlier than anticipated based on business needs.
Approved Hiring Locations: Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington DC, and Wisconsin.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:
- Design, develop, debug, test, and deliver high-volume enterprise web applications.
- Work throughout the Agile Scrum software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, software design, prototyping, programming, debugging, testing, and implementation.
- Develop applications using TypeScript/JavaScript, Next.js, SQL, and related technologies.
- Use AI-assisted development tools as part of the daily engineering workflow, including analysis, design, coding, debugging, and problem-solving.
- Write and optimize SQL, including stored procedures, database design, and performance-related work.
- Deploy and support applications in cloud environments, with an emphasis on Microsoft Azure.
- Participate in technical design and implementation decisions.
- Identify and proactively raise concerns when requirements or specifications could create application quality, performance, or architectural issues.
- Develop multi-tier components for high-volume systems.
- Troubleshoot complex application and technical issues and help drive them through resolution.
- Collaborate with developers and other technical and business teams across the organization.
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to fellow software engineers.
- Take a self-directed, proactive approach to solving problems and delivering results.
Requirements
Our ideal candidate will have:
- 5+ years of software development experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, and/or Node.js.
- 3+ years of experience developing web applications using Next.js.
- 5+ years of SQL database development experience, including stored procedures, database design, and performance optimization.
- 3+ years of experience deploying and running applications in cloud environments; Microsoft Azure is strongly preferred.
- Hands-on experience using AI tools in the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, coding, debugging, and related development activities.
- Experience developing multi-tier components for high-volume systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and technical support skills.
- Ability to organize competing priorities and deliver high-quality work within established deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Additional development experience with languages such as C#, Java, or Python.
- Advanced infrastructure experience.
- Experience using AI agents to chain tasks and create automated development workflows.
- Experience in infrastructure management.
- Experience with NoSQL database systems.
- Advanced degree or additional training in a related technical field.
Benefits
Paradigm offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, and sick days.
About Us, Paradigm
Paradigm Information Services is an established staffing company that has been connecting talented people with great opportunities for more than 25 years. We work with clients across a variety of industries and positions, giving our recruiting team the opportunity to work on interesting and sometimes challenging searches.
Paradigm Information Services does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Similar Jobs
Healthtech • Information Technology • Software • Telehealth
Build and operate data platform services, APIs, SDKs, schemas, validation tools, event-driven pipelines, and reverse ETL workflows. Improve Kafka-based data delivery, schema evolution, observability, lineage, access controls, privacy, and compliance. Partner with engineering, analytics, data science, security, and infrastructure teams to create reliable, self-service data workflows. Operate AWS services, infrastructure as code, monitoring, alerting, and incident response.
Top Skills:
Apache IcebergAPIsAutomated TestingAvroAWSC#Continuous DeliveryData WarehousingDatabricksInfrastructure As CodeJavaJson SchemaKafkaKotlinLakehouseObservabilityOpenapiProtobufPythonReverse EtlSdksSnowflakeSQLTypescript
Cloud • Fintech • Food • Information Technology • Software • Hospitality
Build and scale mission-critical tips, earnings, and payroll platforms for restaurant employees. Own systems end to end, lead complex projects from design through deployment, improve reliability and correctness, collaborate with product and design, review code, mentor engineers, and deliver scalable backend services that affect employee pay and product revenue.
Top Skills:
Alternative Data StoresClaudeDistributed SystemsEnterprise Messaging SystemsGraphQLJavaKotlinMicroservicesReactRestTraditional DatabasesTypescript
Information Technology • Productivity • Software • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Lead development of scalable Java backend applications and high-availability cloud services. Design architectures, REST APIs, databases, caching systems, and distributed session infrastructure. Mentor engineers, drive technical initiatives, address performance and scalability challenges, and uphold quality and automation practices for endpoint management products.
Top Skills:
AWSC++Caching SystemsData WarehousesGoJavaKotlinPostgresRelational DatabasesRestSpring
What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene
With a business-friendly climate and research universities like CU Boulder and Colorado State, Colorado has made a name for itself as a startup ecosystem. The state boasts a skilled workforce and high quality of life thanks to its affordable housing, vibrant cultural scene and unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation. Colorado is also home to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, helping cement its status as a hub for renewable energy innovation.
Key Facts About Colorado Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 260,000; 8.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Lockheed Martin, Century Link, Comcast, BAE Systems, Level 3
- Key Industries: Software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, e-commerce, fintech, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.9 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Access Venture Partners, Ridgeline Ventures, Techstars, Blackhorn Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado State University, Mesa Laboratory, Space Science Institute, National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Gottlieb Institute
