About Careertakes

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The Role

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Software Engineer to join their Atlanta, GA engineering team. This is a full-time, contract opportunity where you'll work on production software that controls automated storage and fulfillment systems. You will receive structured mentoring, hands-on training, and daily collaboration with experienced engineers to grow your C++ and Python skills.

• Estimated salary: $74,832 per year (estimated)
• Employment type: Full time / Contract
• Location: Atlanta, GA (on-site)

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What You’ll Do

• Design, write, and maintain clean, well-structured code in C++ and Python under senior engineer guidance
• Implement new features and resolve bugs across the product stack
• Apply object-oriented design principles and follow team coding standards
• Write unit and integration tests for your code and participate in code reviews
• Debug and troubleshoot issues; learn to diagnose root causes
• Use Git/GitHub for version control, pull requests, and collaborative development
• Participate in agile rituals: sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Work closely with QA, DevOps, and product teammates to deliver working software
• Produce and update technical documentation as you learn systems

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Key Qualifications

• Working knowledge of C++ and Python, or strong experience in another object‑oriented language (e.g., Java, C#)
• Willingness and commitment to learn C++ and Python on the job if not already proficient
• Basic familiarity with Git and version control workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and clear communication in a team environment
• Recent Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (completed recently or within six months)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent academic record
• Genuine passion for software and eagerness to learn

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Nice to Have

• Internship, co-op, or placement experience in software engineering
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
• Exposure to unit testing frameworks (GoogleTest, pytest)
• Basic Linux and command-line experience; debugging tools familiarity
• Exposure to embedded systems, robotics, or real-time software
• Experience with networking and communication protocols: TCP/IP, MQTT, REST APIs, WebSockets
• Personal projects, open-source contributions, or hackathon experience

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What We Offer

Confidential Client provides a supportive work environment and benefits that help employees grow and stay healthy.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Generous paid time off; 12 holidays, paid exercise time, paid volunteer time, and paid parental leave
• Retirement 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary profit sharing
• Educational assistance and professional development programs, including external mentorship/coaching
• Group life insurance, voluntary supplemental life, disability insurance, and employee assistance programs

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Additional Hiring Information

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this role.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please let Careertakes know so we can work with our client to support your needs.
• This role is posted for Atlanta, Georgia. Compensation shown is an estimate and may vary by experience and location.

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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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