--- title: 'Senior Java Developer at South Geeks' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-java-developer-south-geeks-remote-0rdrmvt0p2tw' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-06' --- # Senior Java Developer at South Geeks - **Company:** South Geeks - **Location:** Remote - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-08-26 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/southgeeks/0ab9675d-2a42-4c63-8063-6a820f2134e2 ## Job description Hi there :) Thanks for checking in to find out about our open position. We´ll provide as much information as possible, but please feel free to reach us if you have further questions. We´ll be happy to see your application, even if there are skills you don't quite master! ## ABOUT US At South Geeks, we connect top-performing engineers from Latin America with global organizations building meaningful, long-term products. We focus on high-impact work, strong technical environments, and creating spaces where professionals can grow, contribute, and thrive. ## ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a global nonprofit technology organization dedicated to helping people discover, preserve, and connect family history data. They operate large-scale, cloud-based platforms used by millions worldwide, where data accuracy, integrity, and reliability are critical to the mission. ## ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Java) who combines strong backend engineering skills with a deep interest in data quality and large-scale data correction. This is a highly technical position focused on investigating data issues, debugging complex systems, and writing substantial Java code to repair and improve massive datasets. You’ll work in an iterative, fast-moving environment, diagnosing issues across distributed systems, building safe and repeatable repair workflows, and ensuring data correctness across millions of records. ## KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Investigate, diagnose, and resolve data-quality issues in large-scale backend systems. - Design and implement Java-based repair and correction pipelines for high-volume datasets. - Debug and fix issues in existing Java codebases supporting distributed systems. - Build safe, idempotent jobs to correct data without introducing regressions. - Leverage AWS services (such as S3, SQS, and Lambda) to support queue-driven and batch workflows. - Analyze system behavior related to performance, concurrency, and memory usage. - Clearly communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders. ## REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE - 6+ years of professional experience developing Java in large-scale backend systems. - Strong debugging, triage, and data analysis skills. - Experience working with distributed systems and high-volume processing pipelines. - Hands-on experience with AWS, including services such as S3, SQS, and Lambda. - Solid understanding of performance optimization, concurrency, and memory-efficient design patterns. - Ability to design reliable, repeatable data repair workflows. - Comfort operating in ambiguous, evolving problem spaces and deriving practical solutions. - Strong communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex technical findings clearly. ## NICE TO HAVE - Experience working with genealogical, historical, or highly interrelated datasets. - Familiarity with queue-driven architectures and event-based processing. - Experience improving data integrity in legacy or long-lived systems. ## OUR TEAM We strive to create an inspiring and growth-oriented environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered. We promote both personal and professional development, with individualized support for your needs and goals. We aim to build a space where everyone can thrive. ## WHAT WE OFFER - Long-term projects - 100% remote work - Payment in USD - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Work-from-home & training reimbursement - English lessons - Technical training - Career coaching ## About South Geeks ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Tech talent services / Staff augmentation / Nearshoring - **Target customers**: B2B – mid-to-large enterprises in Fintech, Life Sciences, and data-critical industries (e.g., cybersecurity, insurance, legal tech) - **Mission**: “Power the evolution of leading companies in Fintech and Life Sciences by curating elite engineers from Latin America to enhance our clients, building long-lasting strategic tech partnerships.” [southgeeks.com/about](https://www.southgeeks.com/about) ## Products & Services - **[Staff Augmentation]**: Add individual mid-to-senior software developers, testers, data scientists, DevOps specialists to existing teams. - **[Dedicated Teams]**: Assemble full, managed teams with a dedicated leader that fits the client’s structure. - **[Time & Materials]**: Flexible project-based engagement with full ownership – assign a leader, build the team, manage the project. - **[Quality Assurance & Testing]**: Day-to-day testers plus turnkey test planning, automation, and execution. - **[Infrastructure & Security]**: Architecture, deployment, and ongoing security management. - **[Agentic AI & Data Science]**: Specialists for data strategy, intelligent applications, and AI integration. [southgeeks.com](https://www.southgeeks.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available - **Key Metric**: 200+ engineers placed across 50+ projects; 97% client retention rate; NPS of 85+ [southgeeks.com](https://www.southgeeks.com/) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly available (no funding rounds disclosed) - **Growth Signals**: Long-term client relationships (many engineers with same client 5+ years); expanding into AI/Data Science services; strong focus on highly regulated industries (Fintech, Life Sciences) [southgeeks.com/about](https://www.southgeeks.com/about) ## Competitive Advantages - **High retention**: 97% retention rate – attributed to career pathing, nurturing environment, and performance coaching. - **Cultural alignment**: Engineers are fluent in English and Spanish/Portuguese; soft skills developed with a performance coach. - **Latin American talent pool**: Access to a curated, vetted network of engineers who integrate seamlessly with US/European teams. - **Specialized industry focus**: Deep expertise in Fintech, Life Sciences, and data-critical sectors where compliance and security are paramount. - **Flexible engagement models**: From single expert to full project delivery with leadership. [southgeeks.com](https://www.southgeeks.com/) ## Strategic Focus - Deepen specialization in Fintech and Life Sciences verticals. - Expand AI/Data Science offerings (Agentic AI, NLP, classification). - Maintain high retention through continuous training, coaching, and long-term assignments. - Scale operations while preserving cultural fit and communication standards. [southgeeks.com](https://www.southgeeks.com/) ## Why Work Here - **Remote-first**: 100% remote work with clear guidelines; paid in USD at competitive hourly rates. [southgeeks.com/careers](https://www.southgeeks.com/careers) - **Full-time, long-term engagements**: Most roles are long-term with the same client, providing stability. - **Perks**: Paid time off, continuous English classes, performance coaching, referral fees. [southgeeks.com/careers](https://www.southgeeks.com/careers) - **Culture**: Described as a “nice place to work” by employees; supportive guidance from recruiters and managers. [southgeeks.com/careers](https://www.southgeeks.com/careers) - **International projects**: Work on state-of-the-art projects with global clients. - **Engineering culture**: Emphasis on technical excellence, soft skills, and long-term career growth. ## Sources 1. [southgeeks.com](https://www.southgeeks.com/) 2. [southgeeks.com/about](https://www.southgeeks.com/about) 3. [southgeeks.com/careers](https://www.southgeeks.com/careers) 4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/south-geeks) 5. 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