Job Summary :

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Level 4) with strong expertise in Perl, CGI, Python, and AWS to design, develop, modernize, and support scalable backend applications.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with legacy Perl/CGI applications and should be capable of driving application modernization using Python, cloud-native AWS services, APIs, and modern software engineering practices.

This role requires a strong combination of backend development, legacy application modernization, cloud technologies, troubleshooting, and software engineering expertise.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, enhance, and maintain scalable backend applications using Perl, CGI, and Python.

- Work extensively with existing legacy Perl/CGI applications, understanding and enhancing complex application codebases.

- Modernize legacy applications and gradually transition workloads toward Python and cloud-native AWS services.

- Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.

- Design and implement scalable solutions using AWS cloud services.

- Perform application troubleshooting, debugging, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization.

- Develop clean, maintainable, reusable, and well-tested code.

- Participate in application architecture and technical design discussions.

- Implement software engineering best practices around code quality, version control, testing, CI/CD, and deployment.

- Collaborate with product managers, architects, QA engineers, DevOps teams, and other engineering teams.

- Support production applications and resolve critical technical issues within defined SLAs.

- Contribute to technical documentation, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Evaluate existing applications and identify opportunities for performance improvement, automation, and modernization.

Required Technical Skills :

1. Programming & Backend Development :

- Strong hands-on experience with Perl.

- Strong experience with CGI (Common Gateway Interface) and legacy web applications.

- Strong programming experience in Python.

- Strong understanding of backend application development and software engineering principles.

- Experience developing and consuming REST APIs.

2. Cloud AWS :

- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.

- Experience designing, deploying, and supporting applications in AWS environments.

- Good understanding of cloud-native application architecture.

- Exposure to AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, CloudWatch, or equivalent services is preferred.

3. Application Modernization :

- Experience working with legacy applications and modernization initiatives.

- Ability to understand existing Perl/CGI codebases and identify opportunities for modernization.

- Experience migrating or refactoring legacy applications toward Python and cloud-based architectures.

4. Engineering Practices :

- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.

- Experience with Git/version control.

- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

- Experience with unit testing, debugging, performance tuning, and production support.

- Strong understanding of secure and scalable application development.

Preferred Skills :

- Experience with Linux/Unix environments.

- Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server.

- Experience with Docker and containerization.

- Exposure to Kubernetes or other container orchestration platforms.

- Experience with AWS DevOps and monitoring tools.

- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.

- Experience in real estate, PropTech, SaaS, or enterprise software products is an advantage.

Required Experience :

- 6 - 8 years of overall software development experience.

- Strong hands-on experience in Perl + CGI + Python.

- Proven experience working with AWS.

- Experience in legacy application modernization.

- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with globally distributed teams.

What You'll Do :

- Build and maintain enterprise-grade backend applications.

- Modernize legacy Perl/CGI applications using Python and AWS.

- Develop scalable APIs and cloud-native services.

- Troubleshoot and optimize production systems.

- Work with global engineering and product teams to deliver reliable software solutions.

About MRI Software :

From the day we opened our doors, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software that powers thriving communities and helps make the world a better place to live, work and play.

Our people-first approach to PropTech is defining a new industry standard for client experiences.

We believe MRI is more than a workplace it is a connected community where people feel they belong.

At MRI, one of our core values is to strive to amaze from the intelligent solutions we create to the culture we cultivate.

We believe exceptional people drive exceptional growth, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Why Join MRI Software?

- Work on innovative PropTech and enterprise software solutions.

- Opportunity to work with AWS, Python, and modern cloud technologies while contributing to legacy modernization.

- Collaborate with global engineering and product teams.

- Strong opportunities for learning and career growth.

- Inclusive, people-first work culture