About Careertakes

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Role summary

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Jr. Software Engineer to join their Triana, AL team. This is a full-time role focused on web application development, web services, deployment automation, and supporting company and partner websites. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering (or related field), strong coding fundamentals in C/C++ and/or Python, and an eagerness to learn across the full software lifecycle.

• Estimated salary: $53,542 per year (estimated)

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What You’ll Do

• Construct well-designed user interface elements that interact with backend services.
• Design, develop, test, and deliver web applications and web services from concept to production.
• Develop scripts and tools to deploy, monitor, and maintain web services.
• Perform server and web-service setup, administration, configuration, and automated deployments.
• Work with IT/DevOps to deploy releases in production and non-production environments.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define clear requirements, deliverables, and milestones.
• Support and enhance the company website and partner sites.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle and assist with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 0–3 years experience in software design, development, integration, or web development.
• Strong ability to write clean, robust, and testable code in C/C++.
• Experience with Python or other object-oriented languages.
• Familiarity with binary analysis tools (IDA Pro) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a small team.

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Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience working in a lab environment (setting up and using test equipment and debugging tools).
• Familiarity with additional languages and technologies: Python, SQL, HTML, C#, CSS, JavaScript, PHP.
• Secret security clearance preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt, and contribute in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

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Requirements & compliance

• This role may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Positions requiring a clearance will require proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must be able to work in-office and in lab/field environments as needed. This position is expected to be performed only in the state of Alabama.
• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
• Confidential Client maintains a drug-free workplace.

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Work environment & benefits

• Work locations: office, lab, warehouse, and occasional field work in Triana / surrounding AL sites.
• Benefits (as provided by client): 401(k), profit sharing, health/dental insurance, and other standard benefits.
• Opportunity to gain experience across software development, web services, and deployment automation in an engineering-focused environment.

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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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