Sr. Elixir Engineer

Post Date

Jul 22, 2025

Location

San Antonio,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

78216
US
Sep 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

SAT-796516

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Sr. Elixir Engineer in the San Antonio or REMOTE area. This person will embody the future of software development for our client. They will have mastered the art of AI-assisted coding and can deliver exceptional results at lightning speed. This role is perfect for a developer who has evolved beyond traditional hand-coding and leverages AI tools to achieve 95-100% code generation efficiency. They will be part of an innovative R&D team where cutting-edge technology meets rapid development cycles. We're building the next generation of API services over legacy infrastructure, leveraging the power of AI-assisted development to achieve unprecedented velocity and quality. They will design and implement robust API layers over existing legacy services using Elixir/OTP. Rapidly prototype and iterate on solutions in a fast-paced experimental environment. Leverage AI-assisted coding tools (Claude, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, etc.) for maximum development velocity. Create and maintain LiveView interfaces for internal tools and dashboards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand legacy system integration requirements. Drive architectural decisions for scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems. Mentor team members on AI-assisted development best practices.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

- Minimum 2+ years of professional Elixir/OTP experience in production environments
- Proficiency with Phoenix Framework and understanding of its ecosystem and experience with Phoenix LiveView** for real-time, interactive web applications
- Tailwind CSS experience for efficient styling and responsive design
- Strong understanding of OTP principles, GenServers, Supervisors, and fault tolerance
- Experience with API design, RESTful services, and potentially GraphQL
- Database experience (PostgreSQL preferred)
- Extensive experience with AI coding assistants (Claude, Cursor, Cline, etc.)
- Advanced prompt engineering skills - ability to craft precise, context-aware prompts that generate production-ready code
- Currently shipping 95-100% AI-generated code in professional projects
- Mastery of iterative prompt refinement and debugging AI-generated solutions
- Experience with AI-driven testing, documentation, and code review processes

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Background in legacy system modernization projects
- Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Previous experience in rapid prototyping environments

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.