JOB OVERVIEW
The Junior Software Engineer works as part of an agile delivery team alongside senior developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver software solutions in iterative sprints. Applies foundational technical knowledge and grows expertise in designated technical disciplines and specific platforms. Works to understand business and technical requirements and translates them into functional technical solutions with guidance from experienced team members. Participates in daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives while learning to deliver value incrementally in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES \& DUTIES
Develops and maintains financial applications (web and windows) under guidance of senior developers
Learns to translate business requirements and objectives into technical applications and solutions
Completes assigned technical tasks, troubleshoots issues, and researches new methods and systems with supervision and mentorship
Contributes to the success of core systems by following established patterns and best practices
Participates in designing, developing, testing, and supporting application releases
Participates in code reviews to learn coding best practices, unit testing, security, scalability, and maintainability guidelines
Creates and maintains documentation, including operating procedures and technical specifications
Implements enhancements to applications and interfaces with client systems as directed
Researches software-related technologies and products to support team recommendations
Follows established change control procedures and standards
Learns and adopts best practices for delivery methodologies
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; OR completion of recognized coding bootcamp program; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant project/internship experience
0-1 years of professional Information Technology experience
Financial services experience a plus but not required
Strong desire to learn and grow technical skills in a professional environment
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
None required
TECHNICAL SKILLS
To be successful in this role, you should have experience with and an understanding of the following:
Foundational programming knowledge in at least one C-based language (Java, C#, or similar)
Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles
Software testing concepts (unit, integration, functional)
Version Control System basics (GIT preferred)
Code debugging fundamentals
Ability to read and understand API documentation
Exposure to REST APIs and web services preferred
Familiarity with Agile software development methodology preferred
Basic SQL knowledge preferred
Experience with package managers (NuGet, Maven, NPM, or Gradle) preferred
Understanding of build and deployment concepts preferred
Personal projects or coursework demonstrating coding ability preferred
Cloud platform exposure (Azure, AWS, or similar) preferred
Salesforce Development preferred
CULTURAL COMPETENCIES
In addition to our core company competencies of Cultivates Innovation, Nimble Learning, Action Oriented, Collaborates, and Being Resilient, a successful candidate in this role should exhibit the following behavioral competencies:
Tech Savvy
Communicates Effectively
Resourcefulness
Being Resilient
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to speak and hear. The associate is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. This job requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
DISCLAIMER/ASSOCIATE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.