Senior Software Engineer, Java/API Engineering

U.S. Bank

. Design, develop, and support enterprise-grade Java applications using Java 17+, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCincinnati • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $111,605 - $131,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing enterprise-grade Java applications, with a strong focus on performance, resiliency, and scalability. Proficient in utilizing modern development practices, including automated testing and CI/CD, while collaborating effectively in Agile environments.

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Java 17+ ProficiencySpring Framework ExpertiseREST API DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureSQL and Query Optimization

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Hard Skills

JavaSpring BootREST APIsMicroservicesSQLAutomated TestingPerformance EngineeringDockerKubernetesCI/CD

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DatadogSplunkGrafanaDynatraceAppDynamicsAWSAzureGCPKafka

Industry Keywords

AgileFinancial ServicesRegulated IndustriesAI-Assisted Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformGrafanaJavaKafkaKubernetesMicroservicesSplunkSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and support enterprise-grade Java applications using Java 17+, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot
Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices supporting ACH payment processing and customer-facing capabilities within the SinglePoint corporate banking platform
Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, API, and transaction-processing issues, implementing sustainable fixes
Develop and execute automated unit, integration, and performance tests
Monitor application health using Datadog, Splunk, Grafana, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics
Identify performance bottlenecks and resiliency opportunities
Collaborate with Product Management, Customer Support, Architects, Infrastructure teams, and cross-functional engineering partners in an Agile environment
Lead and mentor offshore developers and testers
Contribute to platform modernization, reliability, scalability, observability, AI-assisted engineering adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
Five to six years of relevant experience
Strong proficiency in Java (8/11/17+), Spring Framework, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and Microservices Architecture
Experience designing and supporting high-volume, business-critical applications with a focus on performance, resiliency, and scalability
Hands-on expertise with SQL, relational databases, query optimization, and transaction processing systems
Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, automated testing, and continuous delivery
Proven ability to analyze application behavior using monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog, Splunk, Grafana, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, containerized deployments, and cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or GCP
Familiarity with Kafka, event-driven architectures, performance engineering, and production support in complex distributed systems
Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with experience working in Agile environments, regulated industries, financial services, AI-assisted development practices, and customer-focused engineering teams
Must work from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies
Must comply with applicable employment eligibility verification and background-check requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401(k) contribution and pension