Software Engineer

Candescent is a forward-thinking technology company transforming how financial institutions deliver Intelligent Banking experiences. We unite digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions that power and connect digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions—creating seamless engagement across digital, remote, and in-person channels.Our Experience-Led, Intelligence-Driven approach combines human-centered design with data, automation, and cloud-based innovation. Built on an API-first architecture, our extensible ecosystem enables institutions to adapt quickly, integrate easily, and unlock new opportunities for growth—turning every customer interaction into a moment of clarity, confidence, and connection.Candescent is the leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions. We are transforming digital banking with intelligent, cloud-powered solutions that connect account opening, digital banking, and branch experiences for financial institutions. Our advanced technology and developer tools enable seamless, differentiated customer journeys that elevate trust, service, and innovation.Success here requires flexibility in a fast-paced environment, a client-first mindset, and a commitment to delivering consistent, reliable results as part of a performance-driven, values-led team. With team members around the world, Candescent is an equal opportunity employer.Candescent is currently searching for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating world-class software experiences. As part of the Digital Banking team, this individual will design and deliver features that elevate customer engagement, owning services end-to-end and working closely with product managers and designers to craft intuitive, impactful solutions.The Software Engineer will transform complex challenges into scalable designs, uphold engineering best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Operating in a dynamic Agile environment, they will consistently produce high-quality, production-ready code and embrace continuous delivery. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, driven to solve meaningful problems, eager to learn, and committed to mentoring and excellence—striving for precision while knowing when to ship.Key Responsibilities and DeliverablesImplement Features and Deliver Production-Ready CodeDevelop and deploy secure, reliable featuresCreate technical documentation, system diagrams, and debugging reportsOptimize performance and monitor key metricsProduct Strategy, Vision, and PlanningParticipate in agile planning events with technical insights and feasibility analysisCollaborate with Product Owners, Designers, and Engineers to translate business needs into technical solutionsProvide input on technology enhancements, emerging tools, and product gaps to shape the roadmapSupport definition of acceptance criteria for development and testingProduct Design and DevelopmentDesign, build, and maintain software solutions in an agile environmentWrite clean, scalable code aligned with best practices and standardsCollaborate with peers to implement user stories, resolve issues, and improve functionalityEngage in agile ceremonies such as daily scrums and demosCreate proof-of-concepts and run experiments to guide technical decisionsConduct peer code reviews for quality and knowledge sharingContinuously improve team processes and workflowsStay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trendsPerformance Measurement and OptimizationTrack delivery metrics such as lead time and deployment frequencyIdentify and implement improvements to enhance efficiencyQualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent2+ years of experience in software development using JavaStrong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and concurrent programmingExpertise in designing and troubleshooting transactional systemsExperience with microservices architecture, Java EE, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate, Oracle, PostgreSQL, BigTable, BigQuery,GitFamiliarity with native and hybrid cloud environments and Agile developmentSkilled in translating user stories into scalable, user-centric solutionsStrong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamworkAnalytical problem-solver with attention to detail and structured thinkingPreferred DistinctionsAdvocate for Agile Scrum methodologies and SAFe frameworksExperience with CI/CD systems such as Jenkins or GitHub CIDeep understanding of secure solution design principlesFamiliarity with concurrent backend environments and multithreadingExperience with tools or languages including Ruby, Python, Perl, Node.js, Bash, C, C++, Spring, Oracle, Docker, KubernetesMust be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.Statement to Third Party AgenciesTo ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Candescent (Digital First Holdings LLC)