Junior Software Engineer
The Junior Software Engineer at Confidential Client supports the development and maintenance of technology platforms through report creation, data validation, and foundational software engineering tasks. This entry-level role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and usability while building core technical skills in a hybrid work environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Software Engineer to join a hybrid IT team based in Olathe, KS. This entry-level, full-time role focuses on reporting, data accuracy, system support, and foundational software development. The position offers a hybrid schedule (headquarters at 18000 W 105th St., Olathe, KS 66061) with flexible hours around core office availability Monday–Friday. Salary: $75,000 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Create, maintain, and enhance standard and ad-hoc reports to support business and operational needs.
- Validate data accuracy and completeness across reports and systems.
- Assist in troubleshooting report discrepancies and documenting findings.
- Support existing web applications with minor enhancements, bug fixes, and configuration updates.
- Assist with routine system maintenance, monitoring, and basic issue resolution.
- Escalate complex technical issues to senior engineers with clear documentation and analysis.
- Contribute code to existing applications under guidance, following established standards and best practices.
- Participate in testing activities (unit testing, regression testing) and Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
- Review and analyze requirements and translate them into well-defined technical tasks.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
- 0–2 years of experience in a software engineering, reporting, or technical support role.
- Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams (Product, QA, Ops).
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with one or more modern development languages and front-end technologies, for example:
- Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Thymeleaf
- .NET, Go
- JavaScript, React, Angular, HTML, CSS
- Familiarity with basic testing practices and source control (e.g., unit tests, Git).
- Experience or interest in reporting tools, data validation, and troubleshooting data issues.
Nice to Have
- Experience with enterprise reporting or BI tools.
- Prior exposure to Agile software delivery practices.
- Internship or co-op experience in software development or technical support.
Location & Schedule
- Location: Olathe, KS — hybrid schedule with regular time on-site at the Olathe headquarters and occasional travel for meetings or workshops.
- Employment type: Full-time, permanent.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $75,000 per year (estimated as listed in the posting).
- Retirement plan options (e.g., 401(k) and employer contributions where applicable).
- Health, dental, and vision plans (US coverage); short-term disability and life insurance as offered.
- Flexible spending accounts (US), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Generous paid time off and support for work–life balance.
- Wellness initiatives, professional development resources, and paid volunteer opportunities.
How Careertakes Supports You
As a candidate working with Careertakes, you may receive access to additional opportunities and resources through our platform. Careertakes follows best-practice third-party recruiting standards and supports a fair, consistent hiring process on behalf of Confidential Client.
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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