Software Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Software Engineer for a Full Time assignment with one of our premier Restaurant Industry clients .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend and/or full-stack services that support fulfillment and delivery workflows
• Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on system design and implementation for cloud-native, distributed, event-driven systems
• Build and consume RESTful APIs and event-driven services integrating with POS, kitchen, and delivery systems
• Write high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and sprint planning
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects and performance issues in development and production environments
• Partner with Product, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions
• Participate in on-call rotations as needed to support operational excellence

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional software engineering experience
• Experience developing backend or full-stack applications using languages such as Java, Kotlin, Node.js, or Python
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and service-based architectures
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Basic experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Understanding of software development best practices including testing and version control
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Experience with Agile methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with microservices or distributed systems
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience in eCommerce, fulfillment, delivery, or restaurant technology domains
• Knowledge of POS systems, kitchen systems, or third-party delivery integrations
• Experience with AI tools and technology

Current Tech Stack

• Backend: Java 17-25, Spring Boot 3+, some Python/JS
• Cloud Platform: Google Cloud Platform (Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, Firestore, GKEE, GSM, etc)
• Architecture: Event-driven microservices, asynchronous processing, webhook ingestion, RESTful APIs
• Infrastructure: Terraform, GKE and serverless deployments
• Data & Messaging: Firestore (NoSQL), Spanner, MySQL, Pub/Sub, HTTP APIs
• Observability: Splunk (logging/search), AppDynamics (APM), structured logging with MDC
• Build & CI/CD: Gradle, Jib, Jenkins/Harness pipelines
• Integrations: POS systems, delivery platforms, external vendor APIs
• Tools: Jira, Lucid, Confluence, BitBucket, Gemini (for AI)

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.