Horizontal Talent

Engineer

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This role is for an Engineer focused on inventory valuation and pricing in a finance initiative. Contract length is unspecified, with a pay rate of $51 - $89 per hour. Key skills include Java, Kotlin, REST APIs, and experience with Kafka.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
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💰 - Day rate
712
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🗓️ - Date
July 18, 2026
🕒 - Duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location
Unknown
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📄 - Contract
Unknown
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
Minneapolis, MN
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#REST (Representational State Transfer) #REST API #PostgreSQL #Kafka (Apache Kafka) #MongoDB #Security #Oracle #Agile #Automation #Java #Oracle Exadata #AI (Artificial Intelligence) #Microservices #Stories
Role description
Join a dynamic engineering team working on inventory valuation, pricing, and chargebacks for a large-scale finance initiative. This role focuses on building and supporting modern JVM-based solutions that help enable stock ledger functionality and support a smooth transition to new business capabilities. Responsibilities • Design, build, test, and support software features that align with business goals and technical requirements. • Develop and enhance services and APIs within a microservices-based environment. • Work on messaging-driven systems using tools such as Kafka or similar platforms. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, well-documented solutions. • Translate product backlog items into technical implementation and size user stories appropriately. • Write unit tests and automate testing to help ensure high-quality deliverables. • Support existing systems while contributing to new development with minimal guidance. • Participate in agile ceremonies and iterative development processes. • Work with infrastructure, security, and partner teams as needed to support delivery. • Help document project work and validate features against acceptance criteria. Skills • Strong hands-on experience with Java and Kotlin. • Experience building and supporting REST APIs. • Background working with messaging platforms such as Kafka. • Understanding of microservices architecture and consumer/producer patterns. • Database experience with one or more of the following: Oracle Exadata, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra. • Ability to quickly learn an existing codebase and contribute effectively. • Strong collaboration and communication skills. • Experience working in agile environments. • Familiarity with test-driven development and software test automation. • Professional experience in an engineering role, with exposure to iterative delivery practices. Preferred Skills • Experience with modular monorepo architecture. • Exposure to framework-free codebases. • Knowledge of RocksDB. • Experience supporting financial or inventory-related applications. • Comfort working in collaborative, cross-functional teams. Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We value different perspectives and believe inclusive teams build better solutions and stronger outcomes. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex. Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $51 - $89 per hour based on qualifications and experience.