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Summary

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to join a collaborative IT development team in Houston, TX. This role is a great fit for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are eager to learn, contribute to product development, and grow technically within a supportive environment.

• Estimated salary: $87,240 per year (estimated)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Houston, TX — on-site

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What You’ll Do

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing software applications under the guidance of senior engineers
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in line with team standards
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team meetings to improve software quality
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues
• Collaborate with product managers, QA, and cross-functional teams to deliver features
• Maintain and update existing applications and documentation

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Basic understanding of programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or similar
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and tools (e.g., Git, agile workflows)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn new technologies and grow technically

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Preferred (but not required)

• Internship or project experience building web or backend services
• Familiarity with unit testing and automated build tools
• Experience participating in code reviews

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base: $87,240 per year (estimated)
• Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive culture focused on continuous learning and innovation

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Location & Legal

• This position is based in Houston, TX. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Confidential Client complies with all applicable local, state, and federal employment laws.

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Notes

This job posting was rewritten and optimized by Careertakes using third-party recruiting best practices. The hiring organization is listed as Confidential Client. Applicants may be screened using both human review and AI-assisted tools as part of the process; final hiring decisions are made by people.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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