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.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Jr. Developer role is designed for candidates who are starting their software development careers and want structured training and mentorship. You will learn productively on the job while contributing to real development tasks.

• Participate in structured training and onboarding programs
• Learn and apply software development fundamentals, tools, and best practices
• Assist in developing, testing, and maintaining applications and scripts
• Troubleshoot issues, analyze defects, and support technical solutions
• Help gather and document technical requirements and development activities
• Collaborate with engineers, QA, and product teams on project work and process improvements
• Continuously learn new technologies, languages, and development concepts

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, Economics, Finance, or another analytical/technical field
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication; comfortable collaborating in teams
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn new technologies and develop technical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• Exposure to programming through coursework, internships, bootcamps, or personal projects
• Familiarity with one or more languages such as Python, Java, C#, SQL, or similar
• Experience with data analysis, statistical modeling, or other technical problem-solving
• Interest in software engineering practices, testing, and development workflows

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Pay & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour (range reflects experience, skills, and job-related factors)
• Benefits (eligibility and availability may vary by classification and length of employment):
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off (PTO), vacation and sick leave
  • Transportation benefits (where offered)

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Workplace & Location

• Employment type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Workplace: Hybrid — based in Lansing, MI
• Anticipated application close date: 2026-10-28

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About the Confidential Client

Our client is a leader in IT services and technology solutions, focused on helping organizations solve problems and deliver business value through skilled technical teams. They partner with clients across industries to provide staffing, technology services, and real-world implementation expertise. This opportunity offers a pathway into software development with hands-on training and mentorship.

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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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