Back End Software Engineer - Flowable POST NUMBER: 457856

Phoenix, AZ, US Remote
Educational Services
Vaco
$ 50.00 - 60.00 hourly
contractor
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Vaco is partnering with a leading university in the online education industry to bring on a Software Engineer with a strong background in Java full-stack development. This role is highly specialized: the top immediate need is Flowable (BPMN/DMN) expertise for process-driven development. Once established, you’ll broaden your scope to core Java and integration work supporting enterprise-scale applications.

You’ll play a key role in transforming and modernizing the client’s software ecosystem, leveraging cloud-native tools and workflow automation. The role is 100% remote for U.S.-based candidates, with immediate onboarding available.
 


What You’ll Do

  • Lead development efforts on Flowable-based workflow solutions (BPMN/DMN modeling).

  • Build, enhance, and maintain Java and Node.js services within a microservices environment.

  • Develop and integrate APIs across complex enterprise applications.

  • Contribute to containerized deployments using Docker and Kubernetes.

  • Support CI/CD pipeline optimization for continuous integration and automated releases.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement modern, scalable, cloud-based solutions.


What We’re Looking For

Required Skills (** = top priority):**

  • Java Development (****) – strong backend engineering experience.

  • Flowable (****) – hands-on experience with BPMN/DMN process modeling.

  • Node.js (****) – proven ability to build and maintain services.

  • Spring Boot framework knowledge.

  • Strong API and database integration experience.

  • Docker / Kubernetes experience in production environments.

  • CI/CD pipeline development and automation.

  • Exposure to AI/ML integrations in enterprise IT is a plus.


Why Join

  • Impactful work: Drive mission-critical initiatives at a recognized higher-ed leader.

  • Flexibility: Fully remote with Arizona-time collaboration.

  • Career growth: Opportunity to expand beyond Flowable into modern Java, Node.js, and cloud projects.

  • Streamlined process: One-round virtual interview—quick decision and immediate start for the right candidate.


Contract Details:

  • Duration: 12 months (through September 2026)

  • Location: U.S. only (Remote or hybrid if based in Phoenix, AZ)

  • Pay Range: Up to $60/hr 


Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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