Job Description: Associate Software Engineer
Department: Product Engineering

Reports To: Software Engineering Manager / Team Lead

Position Overview: The Associate Software Engineer is a mid-entry level position aimed at contributing to the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. This role demands a solid foundation in software engineering principles, the ability to work collaboratively within a team, and the aptitude for solving complex problems through innovative solutions. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proactive approach to learning innovative technologies and enhancing existing systems.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and implement new software features and applications based on requirements.
• Work closely with senior engineers to refine software designs and architectures.
• Develop high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency and foster a culture of learning and improvement.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues to improve application performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product Management, QA) to define, design, and ship new features.
• Continuously learn and apply innovative technologies, frameworks, and best practices to maintain high standards of software excellence.
• Assist in the documentation of system architecture and design decisions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or commiserate relevant experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in software development, including internships or project work.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum) is preferred.
• Good understanding of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and basic software architecture principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with web development frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) is a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud services (Azure preferred) and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is advantageous.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a personal portfolio of software projects.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position, typically 40 hours per week.
• Primarily office-based with options for flexible scheduling and remote work according to company policies.
• May require occasional overtime to meet project deadlines or support system deployments.