Junior Software Engineer
The Junior Software Engineer at Confidential Client is an early career role focused on developing, supporting, and enhancing full stack software applications with AI integration in a collaborative, agile environment. The position involves working on scalable, secure, and intelligent digital solutions, participating in code reviews, resolving production issues, and contributing to innovative technology delivery that drives business outcomes. This hybrid role offers exposure to modern software engineering practices, AI/ML technologies, and cross-functional teamwork to shape future digital experiences.
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, Insurance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in gathering and refining product requirements and user stories.
- Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of full‑stack software applications (UI, APIs, data) while leveraging AI tools and integrations.
- Participate in peer code reviews, solution design reviews, and configuration reviews.
- Help investigate and resolve production incidents and service requests.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (product, QA, operations) to identify practical, scalable solutions.
- Contribute to integrating AI capabilities into applications (e.g., generative AI APIs, ML model inference).
- Learn and adopt secure coding practices and automated testing as part of the development lifecycle.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Internship or academic project experience in software development or AI/ML.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Basic understanding of software design principles, coding best practices, and database concepts.
- Familiarity with secure coding fundamentals and automated testing approaches.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and deliver quality software (shown via projects, internships, or coursework).
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Agile practices, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with tools like GitHub Copilot, Azure DevOps, Docker, or Kubernetes.
- Exposure to AI/ML concepts and tooling, including prompt engineering, LLM APIs (e.g., Azure OpenAI), or ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Hugging Face).
- Knowledge of responsive UI/UX development and modern frontend frameworks.
- Understanding of microservice vs. monolithic architectures, containerization, and both relational and NoSQL databases.
Work Model & Location
- This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in the office in Bridgewater, NJ.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation & Benefits
- The expected salary range for this position is $64,100 - $83,000 per year.
- This role may also be eligible for annual short‑term incentive compensation and stock‑based long‑term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to applicable plan terms.
- Additional benefits will be provided by the Confidential Client and vary by role/location.
Additional Details
- This role is best suited to new college graduates or early‑career technologists who are eager to grow in full‑stack development and AI‑enabled solutions.
- You will work in a collaborative, agile environment and receive mentorship and exposure to modern engineering practices.
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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