Amazon Web Services (AWS), Annuities, Application Programming Interface (API), Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Computer Science, Customer Experience, Identify Issues, JavaScript, Life Insurance, Microsoft Windows Azure, Node.js, Product Engineering, REST (Representational State Transfer), React.js, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SQL Databases, Scalable System Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Technical Delivery, Technical Recruiting, Test Plan/Schedule, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Durham, NC
POSTED
10 days ago
Piper Companies is hiring a Software Engineer (Intermediate - Senior) for an innovative life insurance and annuities company located in Durham, NC. The Software Engineer will join a growing technology team focused on building data-driven solutions, enhancing customer experiences, and developing scalable applications that drive the business forward. The Software Engineer must be based in or near Durham, NC to support a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities of the Software Engineer:
Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable full-stack applications and APIs
Build and enhance backend services using Node.js and JavaScript technologies
Develop modern, responsive user interfaces using React
Design and implement cloud-based solutions within AWS
Collaborate with business stakeholders, product teams, and engineers to deliver technical solutions
Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical decision-making
Troubleshoot and resolve application performance and production issues
Contribute to best practices for software development, testing, and deployment
Requirements of the Software Engineer:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
Strong full-stack development experience with a heavier focus on backend development
Extensive JavaScript development experience
Strong experience in Javascript (ideally React / Node)
Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Strong understanding of SQL and Relational Databases
Must be based in or near Durham, NC and available for hybrid schedule
Compensation for the Software Engineer:
Competitive Salary (DOE), with availability of Full comprehensive Benefits Package
Long-Term Incentive Plan
Keywords: Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer, JavaScript, Node.js, React, AWS, Cloud Engineering, Backend Development, API Development, Full Stack Engineering, Durham NC, Life Insurance, Annuities, Hybrid, Direct Hire, Insurance Technology, FinTech
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This role becomes available for applicants on 7/13/2026, and will remain open for at least 30 days from the listed posting date.