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Senior Software Engineer (VB6 / Legacy Modernization)

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You'll modernize critical government systems, integrating AI to drive impactful public service evolution.
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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 usWe partner with high-growth companies to bring elite software engineers from Latin America who are not just technically strong but also AI-fluent and built for long-term partnerships. Our engineers integrate seamlessly into your team, working in your tools, your timezone, and with the same level of ownership your in-house team brings.About the clientOur client provides cloud-based government management software used by 250+ municipalities across the United States. Their platform modernizes how local governments operate, from permitting and inspections to reporting and resident services. Engineering for them means working on a large, mission-critical system with a clear modernization roadmap and an AI-native development culture.About the roleYou will be working on a large VB6 legacy codebase that powers real government operations every day. The work is incremental modernization: using AI tools to read, document, and understand complex legacy code, then refactoring and building new components in Python and SQL alongside the existing system. Some days you are deep in VB6 and COM/ActiveX. Others, you are writing Python scripts, optimizing SQL queries, or diagnosing a production issue in a multi-tenant environment. AI tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot) are part of your daily workflow, not an afterthought.What you need to succeedComfort working daily with AI coding tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, or similar)Solid experience with SQL Server and relational database designExperience navigating and contributing to large, complex legacy codebasesStrong debugging and problem-solving skills in production environmentsAbility to read and understand VB6, COM/ActiveX, or equivalent legacy technologiesWhat could set you apartExperience with GIS technologies (ESRI MapObjects, ArcSDE)Familiarity with Jenkins or GitHub Actions for CI/CDPython scripting for automation or toolingPrior exposure to legacy-to-modern migration projectsMulti-tenant database architecture experienceOur teamAt South Geeks, we work with engineers who take ownership. You will be embedded with the client team, collaborating directly with their engineers and product leaders. Our People Ops team stays close to make sure you have everything you need to do your best work.What we offerLong-term projects100% remote workPayment in USDPTOEnglish lessonsTechnical trainingWFH budgetCareer CoachingThis position is open to candidates anywhere in Latin America.
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