Staff Fullstack Software Engineer - Mexico

Western Governors University

Guadalajara, Mexico
Hybrid
10+ years software engineering experience
Java full-stack development expertise
React node.js or angular proficiency
Western Governors University is seeking a Staff Fullstack Software Engineer in Guadalajara, Mexico, to contribute to its mission of expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in full-stack development, particularly with Java and modern web technologies, and will thrive in a collaborative, Agile environment

Job Summary

  • The Staff Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable full-stack applications using Java and modern front-end technologies.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead complex technical projects, provide guidance to team members, and ensure high-quality delivery in a fast-paced Agile environment.
  • This role offers the opportunity to contribute to WGU's mission of expanding access to higher education while working on enterprise-scale systems with 24x7 availability requirements.

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Western Governors University is seeking a Staff Fullstack Software Engineer in Guadalajara, Mexico, to contribute to its mission of expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in full-stack development, particularly with Java and modern web technologies, and will thrive in a collaborative, Agile environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years software engineering experience
  • Java full-stack development expertise
  • React Node.js or Angular proficiency
  • RESTful API design and integration
  • Agile project management skills
  • Enterprise-scale system architecture

Nice-to-have

  • Cloud-native development experience
  • Kubernetes and Kafka familiarity
  • Spring and Hibernate framework knowledge
  • CI/CD pipeline implementation
  • Legacy system refactoring skills
  • Distance education domain knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of extensive software engineering experience
  • Strong background in enterprise environments
  • Ability to operate beyond individual contributor responsibilities
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred in CS or IT

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