Full Stack Developer (Java, Node.js, AWS) - AI, Data & Platforms - Senior Analyst/Associate
Description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a skilled Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our Platform Engineering team. In this role, you will build and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure platform services that empower engineering teams to develop, deploy, and operate applications efficiently. You will work across infrastructure, cloud platforms, and application layers, with a strong focus on automation, system design, and AI-enabled capabilities.
We are operating in a 4-day in office, 1-day flexible work arrangement.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design, build, and maintain core platform services and internal developer tooling
• Develop backend services and automation using Python and Java
• Design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant systems following strong system design principles
• Manage and provision infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices
• Build and operate cloud-native solutions on AWS, GCP, or Azure (at least one required)
• Integrate and support AI-driven services and workflows within the platform
• Work with MCP (Model Context Protocol) or similar AI/platform integration frameworks
• Collaborate with application, DevOps, and security teams to improve platform reliability and developer experience
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize platform performance and cost
• Contribute to architectural decisions, technical standards, and best practices
QUALIFICATIONS
• 4 to 8 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience with Python and Java in production environments
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code
• Solid understanding of system design, distributed systems, and cloud-native architectures
• Experience with at least one major cloud provider: AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with AI concepts, services, or integrations in modern software platforms
• Experience or working knowledge of MCP (Model Context Protocol) or similar AI integration patterns
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and modern DevOps practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience building internal platforms or developer tooling
• Knowledge of Kubernetes and service orchestration
• Exposure to multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud environments
• Experience with observability tools (logging, monitoring, tracing)
• Background in security best practices for cloud platforms
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email Benefits@kkr.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to Benefits@kkr.com. Only emails left for this purpose will be returned.
Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. This notice applies only to applicants and employees who work or will work in Massachusetts, in accordance with applicable state law.
Skills
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (12)
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- Website optional
- Address Line 1
- Address Line 2 optional
- Address Line 3
- If you replied yes to the question above, please explain. optional
- Please provide name of Referrer. If not applicable, please indicate N/A. optional
- If yes, please provide details of the role, location and date. optional
- If you replied yes to the question above, please provide details of non-compete, non-solicitation and/or notice periods. optional
- If yes, please provide your Deloitte employment details: job title, employment dates (MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY or MM/YYYY - Present, and office/location (city, country).
- If Yes, please provide the name of the current GA or KKR employee and identify the familial relationship.
- If you are fluent in any additional language, please specify. optional
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- Will you require our company to sponsor you to obtain, maintain or extend current or future employment/work authorization?
- Are you presently authorized to work for our company?
- Are you currently an employee or have you been previously employed by KKR?
- Were you referred by a current or previous KKR employee, or by an external affiliate of KKR?
- Is the referrer aware they are being cited as a referral source? optional
- Have you interviewed with KKR, its affiliates or any of its portfolio companies in the past 12 months?
- Do you currently have a non-compete, non-solicitation, or notice period agreement that may affect your employment with KKR? Select all that apply.
- I confirm that my application materials and interview responses reflect my own work and were not generated, edited, or supplemented by AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, etc.).
- Are you currently, or have you ever been, employed by Deloitte in any capacity--for example, full-time, part-time, fixed-term, contractor/temporary, or intern/co-op/apprentice or the like?
- Do you have any family members currently employed by KKR (inclusive of Global Atlantic Financial Company (“GA”)? For purposes of this question, a “family member” includes (a) anyone related to a KKR or GA employee by blood, adoption, foster care or marriage (including step-relationships); or (b) a spouse, fiancé(e), domestic partner, or any individual with whom the employee has a relationship that is substantially similar to a familial or marital relationship.
- Please indicate any languages in which you are fluent.