Senior Software Engineer

Ontic provides software that helps corporate and government security teams identify threats, assess risk, and respond faster to keep people and organizations safe. Its Connected Intelligence Platform unifies security operations and data into a centralized system of record, enabling organizations to conduct risk assessments, protect against workplace violence, and manage threats and incidents more efficiently. Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies rely on Ontic to support security programs such as executive protection, threat intelligence, and corporate investigations.

Who You Are
As a Senior Software Engineer, you take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing scalable backend services for our SaaS platform using Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, and Elastic Search. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing both technical expertise and leadership. Beyond development, you drive system improvements, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across teams to shape the platform’s long-term success.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services for a SaaS-based platform.
• Work with Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, and Elastic Search to build high-performance applications. Develop high-performance applications using Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, and Elastic Search.
• Optimize applications for high scalability and performance.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle from conceptualization to deployment. Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to deployment and post-launch monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system architecture and drive innovation.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while following best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to the team to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in backend development.
• Hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch.
• Prior experience working in a product-based company.
• Must have experience working on a SaaS-based platform. Proven experience in building and maintaining SaaS-based platforms.
• Strong algorithmic and problem-solving skills. In-depth knowledge of algorithmic problem-solving, system architecture, and distributed systems.
• Experience dealing with high-scale data and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of API design, microservices architecture, and system scalability.
• Passion for learning new technologies and sharing knowledge with others.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, milestone-driven development environment.

Ontic Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Internet Reimbursement
• Home Office Stipend
• Continued Education Stipend
• Festive & Achievement Celebrations
• Dynamic Office Environment

Ontic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable law.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ontic we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Ontic prioritizes the full inclusion of qualified individuals, providing necessary accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance during the application or interview process or job tasks, please contact us at recruitment@ontic.co or call (512) 572-7400

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