KnackHook, LLC
KnackHook, LLCVerified Source

IT Software Engineer, Java & Cloud

60K–70K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 13, 2026
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Overview

Own the design and delivery of scalable REST APIs on AWS and Azure using Java and Spring Boot. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the technical roadmap across a hybrid infrastructure. Stand apart by solving complex integration challenges with Apigee and Elastic Search from day one.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Build and deploy RESTful APIs with Spring Boot and Java 17+, ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • 2Design and manage API gateway solutions using Apigee, handling routing, security, and rate limiting.
  • 3Migrate and maintain cloud services across AWS and Azure, leveraging native features and best practices.
  • 4Optimize search and reporting capabilities with Elastic Search for large data sets.
  • 5Integrate and manage relational data with MySQL and SQL, including schema optimization and query tuning.
  • 6Write and execute unit tests with JUnit to guarantee code quality and regression coverage.
  • 7Drive technical design reviews and contribute to architectural decisions for new features.
  • 8Troubleshoot and resolve production issues by analyzing logs and metrics across the stack.

Requirements8

  • 110+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • 25+ years building RESTful APIs with Java and Spring Boot.
  • 3Hands-on experience with API gateways, specifically Apigee or similar.
  • 4Proven proficiency in cloud platforms, including AWS and Azure.
  • 5Strong command of Elastic Search and its ecosystem.
  • 6Expert-level SQL and relational database skills with MySQL.
  • 7Experience writing unit tests using JUnit and integration testing frameworks.
  • 8Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical discipline.

Salary Insight

$60 - $70k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

javaspring bootawsazureelastic search
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