Custom Software Engineer

Custom Software Engineer

Information Systems

Software Engineer

$ 78 - $ 80 / Hour

location_onChicago, Illinois

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Akkodis is seeking a Custom Software Engineer for a 6-Month Contract job with a client in Chicago, IL (Remote). The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience with CakePHP development, software engineering, and custom application development, along with a proven ability to design and deliver scalable software solutions.

Rate Range: $78/hour to $80/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Custom Software Engineer job responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and maintain custom software solutions using CakePHP and modern development frameworks.

• Build, enhance, and optimize application components to support evolving business requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration and successful solution delivery.

• Analyze complex technical challenges and recommend scalable, efficient software solutions.

• Participate in application architecture, software design, code reviews, and development best practices.

• Support system enhancements, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and production issue resolution.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong hands-on experience with CakePHP development (must-have).

• Expertise in Software Engineering principles and best practices.

• Experience in Custom Application Development and enterprise software solutions.

• Strong background in Software Design & Solution Architecture.

• Experience developing scalable, secure, and high-performing web applications.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.

• Experience working within Agile development environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading development teams or acting as a technical subject matter expert.

• Knowledge of modern software architectures, APIs, and integration frameworks.

• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise applications.

• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based application environments.

This position requires the use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access to controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Vaibhav.Singh@akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $78.00 to $80.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.akkodis.com/en/us/candidate-privacy-policy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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