at Alight in Illinois, United States
Job Description
Senior Full Stack Engineer
Lead and innovate in a company that is at the forefront of redefining workplace solutions
Our work will directly influence the well-being of employees and the operational success of businesses worldwide.
Our Story
At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to “Be Alight.”
Our Values
Champion People – be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.
Grow with purpose – be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.
Be Alight – act with integrity, be real and empower others.
It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team’s expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.
With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.
Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.
Learn more at careers.alight.com.
About the Role
We are Looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer with a keen focus on API development, authentication, and authorization technologies.
Responsibilities
+ Designing, implement, and document RESTful APIs using Swagger or Redocly, emphasizing high performance, security, and scalability.
+ Developing secure authentication and authorization solutions with AWS Cognito/
+ Incorporating SSO, OAuth, and OIDC protocols to protect access and data integrity.
+ Creating responsive, user-friendly interfaces using React, ensuring optimal performance across a range of devices
+ Utilizing Python for efficient, scalable serverless backend development on AWS,
+ Leveraging services like Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
+ Collaborating across teams to define technical requirements, lead project initiatives, and deliver solutions aligned with strategic goals.
+ Fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, adopting best practices in software development and mentorship.
+ Fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, adopting best practices in software development and mentorship.
Requirements
+ Have completed a program of study typically requiring four years of post-secondary education or higher educational attainment.
+ 2 years of experience in full stack development.
+ Show proficiency in API development with Swagger/Redocly & advanced authentication like AWS Cognito, SSO, OAuth, and OIDC.
+ Experience with React for front-end development and Python for serverless back-end development on AWS.
+ Understand AWS services related to serverless architecture, such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and DynamoDB.
+ Demonstrate ability to develop high-quality, scalable, and secure applications in a high paced environment.
+ Possess problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on innovation and a commitment to delivering high-calibre solutions.
+ Have communication and leadership abilities, with a passion for working collaboratively in a team-oriented atmosphere.
Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 5 years in a row.
Benefits
We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.
By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.
At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.
Diversity Policy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note, this job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
Salary Pay Range
Minimum :
90,200 USD
Maximum :
143,100 USD
Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://bit.ly/Alight\_Benefits
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
Alight Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all e