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Make Your Mark with a Job at Alphanumeric Job Details Software Engineer Richmond, VA Posted: 10/13/2025 Job Description Job # 8264 Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid - Richmond, VA) Pay Range: $61 - $66/hour (W2 Only) Conversion Salary: ~$140,000 Type: Contract (with potential for conversion) Location: Richmond, VA - Hybrid (2 days onsite) preferred. Remote considered for candidates located in EST/CST time zones within the following states: CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, NV, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV. Note: No C2C or third-party candidates. About the Role Alphanumeric is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join our partner's engineering team in Richmond, VA , supporting a leading organization with a long-standing footprint in the financial and insurance industries . This is an opportunity to play a key role in building scalable, high-performance web applications and data pipelines that enable critical analytics and insights. You’ll design, build, and maintain modern data and application solutions using Postgres SQL, Azure Synapse, Python, and Py Spark , ensuring performance, reliability, and quality across systems. Key Responsibilities • Build and maintain scalable web applications, data pipelines, and workflows using Postgres SQL and Azure Synapse. • Troubleshoot, enhance, and optimize existing UI and data workflows for reliability and performance. • Analyze and resolve production issues across front end, back end, and data layers with root‑cause analysis and permanent fixes. • Design and maintain data control frameworks to ensure integrity, security, and compliance across Synapse and integrated applications. • Collaborate with actuarial stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver reliable, high‑quality solutions. • Participate in Agile ceremonies , backlog grooming, and task estimation. • Apply CI/CD, unit testing, version control, and monitoring best practices. • Use automation and scripting to improve deployment efficiency and system scalability. • Support QA/UAT cycles , ensuring deliverables meet business and usability expectations. • Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for long‑term knowledge sharing. Preferred Skills & Technologies • Azure Synapse, Databricks, Azure Dev Ops, Azure App Service, Postgres SQL • Strong programming experience in Python, SQL, and Py Spark • Hands‑on experience with cloud data lakes and CI/CD pipelines (Git) • Familiarity with web UI services and Azure‑based deployment environments Who You Are • A self‑driven engineer who thrives in collaborative, Agile environments. • Comfortable wearing multiple hats: developer, tester, and business analyst . • Passionate about building scalable, maintainable, and secure data systems. • Skilled communicator who bridges the gap between technical and business stakeholders . Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Mathematics , or related field (or equivalent experience). • Hands‑on experience with Azure Synapse , Delta Lake , and Postgres database platforms. • Expertise in SQL and Python , with a strong understanding of Azure App Service and web UI integration . • Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills. Why Join Alphanumeric? Alphanumeric is a dynamic, people‑first company founded in 1979, partnering with global leaders in life sciences, healthcare, and technology . We are dedicated to helping organizations achieve smarter, more efficient operations—while treating our people like family. Join a team where your contributions are valued, your ideas matter, and your work truly makes an impact. Apply today and Make Your Mark! Already have an account? Log in here#J-18808-Ljbffr

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