Freelance Backend Net Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Job overview and responsibilities

The Senior Technical Lead will be responsible for the development of critical applications, while working with a team of developers. This role will design, develop, document, test and debug new and existing applications. Additionally, this role will build these applications with a focus on delivering cloud-based solutions. The individual will use groundbreaking technologies and enterprise grade integration software daily and will be relied upon to help take the team to the next level from a technological standpoint.

• Manages and participates in full development life cycle including requirements analysis and design using Agile methodologies
• Serve as technical expert on development projects. Write technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements
• Support, maintain, and document software functionality
• Identify and evaluate new technologies for implementation
• Analyze code to find causes of errors and revise programs as needed
• Manages and participates in software design meetings and analyzes user needs to determine technical requirements
• Driving decisions and collaborating with other stakeholders to determine how features and projects should be implemented.
• Collaborate & lead tech teams consisting of employees & vendor company contractors in planning and execution, serving as an technology leader
• Collaborate with end user to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet needs

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree
• Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in design, development, documenting, testing, and debugging of new and existing software applications
• Experience implementing AWS technologies (Lambda, Step Functions, CloudWatch, CloudFront, Cognito, route53, Dynamo DB, ECS, EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, API Gateway)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft .NET Framework, Microsoft NET Core, SQL, NoSQL and Design Patterns
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented systems design and Application Development
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Airlines industry experience is a plus
• Master's degree in Computer Science
• AWS or other Cloud Certifications
• Hands-on development and proficient excellence in backend API development using Node.js Java and Python
• Experience with Cloud Automation Development Tool such as Git, Python/Bash/PowerShell Scripting
• Familiarity with agile principles and means of achieving outcomes, and a willingness to work with agile coaches / scrum masters
• Angular, Node.JS
• Monitoring Software: Data Dog, DynaTrace, Kibana

The base pay range for this role is $112,480.00 to $146,540.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com