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Chicago, IL Full Time Posted by: Project 44 Posted: Monday, 26 January 2026
 
 

We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chain isn't just possible-it's essential. Better for our customers. Better for the world. With our Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement we're redefining how global supply chains operate. By transforming fragmented logistics data into Real Time AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a second HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughest logistics challenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose. If you're driven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team - we should talk.

Description

project44 is looking for a Senior Software Engineer 2 to join our engineering team. You will work in a fast-paced Agile environment designing, building, and implementing best-in-class integrations to accelerate how project44 connects to the world's logistics networks.

Key Accountabilities: What you'll work on
  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot frameworks.
  • Implement event-driven architectures leveraging Apache Kafka for Real Time data streaming and messaging.
  • Develop, configure, and optimize Spring-Kafka integrations to ensure reliable and high-throughput message processing.
  • Participate in architectural discussions, performance tuning, and scalability improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design RESTful APIs and integrate with other microservices.
  • Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, ensuring high availability and performance.
Qualifications
  • 6+ years professional experience building large scale Real Time cloud systems.
  • Strong programming and debugging skills, with proficiency in Java.
  • Strong experience in Java, Spring and Gradle, with hands-on expertise in Spring Boot frameworks and Spring-Kafka integration.
  • Proficiency in designing and implementing event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka.
  • Solid understanding of microservices architecture, REST APIs, and distributed systems.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes is a plus).
  • Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
In-Office Commitment

This position requires a commitment to contribute to our collaborative culture by working in-office Three days weekly.

Diversity & Inclusion

At project44, we're designing the future of how the world moves and is connected through trade and global supply chains. We're building a company that every one of us at project44 is proud to work for, and our journey of becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization is shaped through the actions of our leadership, global teams, and individual team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

project44 is an equal opportunity employer seeking to enrich our work environment by creating opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to thrive. If you share our values and our passion for helping the way the world moves, we'd love to review your application! For any accommodation needed during the hiring process, please email (see below)

Chicago, IL, United States of America
IT
Project 44
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