Front End Engineer, Automations
The Front End Engineer, Automations at Confidential Client is an entry-level software engineering role focused on contributing to the development of a unified, scalable digital platform for sport and spirit experiences. The position involves writing, testing, and debugging code primarily in Java, supporting backend services and APIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software. This role offers growth opportunities to develop foundational engineering skills and contribute to a major platform transformation in a fully remote setting.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Front End Engineer, Automations (entry-level / Software Engineer I) to contribute to a modern, API-driven platform. This is a remote-friendly position based in Indiana, PA. You will write, test, and maintain code that supports platform features, APIs, and backend services while learning system design, cloud-based engineering patterns, and best practices.
What You’ll Do
- Contribute to delivery of platform features, frontend components, and backend services that power customer and business experiences.
- Write, test, debug, and maintain code for web applications, services, and APIs.
- Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve quality and reliability.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to deliver functional, documented software.
- Build working knowledge of platform services, APIs, system interactions, and common engineering patterns.
- Support automated testing and CI/CD workflows; follow established team processes for releases.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline — or equivalent coursework/experience.
- 0–2 years of software development experience (internships, academic projects, or early-career roles).
- Ability to write, test, and debug code in at least one programming language (Java preferred).
- Basic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databases (SQL).
- Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, object-oriented programming, and data structures.
- Strong collaboration skills and openness to feedback.
Preferred skills
- Frontend development experience (HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern frameworks).
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services.
- Experience with SQL and basic data handling.
- Exposure to cloud-based environments, CI/CD, and automated testing.
- Eagerness to grow into independent ownership of services and components.
Key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Quality and reliability of delivered code (defect rates, rework).
- Progress in foundational engineering knowledge and ownership.
- Ability to deliver tested, reviewed features on schedule.
- Responsiveness to feedback and continuous improvement.
Why join
- Entry-level, high-growth role designed to develop early-career engineers.
- Hands-on mentorship and exposure to scalable, cloud-based engineering practices.
- Benefits may include company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, paid time off, holidays, employee ownership programs, financial coaching access, volunteer opportunities, and employee discounts (eligibility varies by role and location).
- Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Location & work authorization
- Remote-friendly role based in Indiana, PA. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Applicant location requirements: U.S.-based applicants only.
Confidential Client values
Confidential Client is committed to safety, inclusion, and building products that serve customers responsibly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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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