Engineer I

Sallie Mae•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

An Engineer I contributes to the design, development, testing, and support of software solutions across web applications, APIs, databases, and cloud environments. The role is intended for an early-career engineer who is eager to learn, collaborate, apply engineering best practices, and explore emerging technologies, including AI-assisted development tools and solutions. The position involves developing and maintaining applications and supporting systems, testing deliverables, troubleshooting technical issues, participating in code reviews, documenting project work, and communicating progress. The engineer is expected to learn and use modern development tools while validating their outputs and exercising sound engineering judgment.

Requirements

Basic understanding of software development methodologies and principles.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages and related development tools.
Foundational experience in full-stack application development, APIs, databases, and cloud technologies, gained through coursework, internships, personal projects, or equivalent experience.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply sound engineering judgment when troubleshooting technical challenges.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented, with a focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
1–2 years of experience in software engineering or a related technical role.
Exposure to cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
Demonstrated interest in AI-assisted software development and emerging technologies.
Experience through coursework, internships, research, or personal projects involving Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), machine learning concepts, or generative AI applications.
Familiarity with AI-powered development tools and the ability to leverage them effectively while validating outputs and applying sound engineering practices.
Experience building or contributing to full-stack applications using modern development frameworks and technologies.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing engineering solutions in accordance with best practices and project requirements.
Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of web applications, APIs, and supporting systems.
Conduct testing and quality assurance to ensure deliverables are reliable, performant, and functional.
Help troubleshoot technical issues and support resolution of challenges during project execution.
Participate in code reviews and collaborate with team members to improve code quality and engineering practices.
Create and maintain accurate, up-to-date engineering project documentation.
Prepare reports and summaries communicating project progress, milestones, and outcomes.
Learn and use modern development tools, including AI-assisted coding and productivity tools, validating outputs and applying sound engineering judgment.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Generous PTO, floating holidays, and 12 observed federal holidays
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and pet insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and basic life insurance
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
Access to on-site staffed fitness centers in Delaware and a gym subsidy for locations outside Delaware
Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services, and a wellness program with financial incentives
Tuition reimbursement and family scholarship programs
Career development and training opportunities
Paid time off to volunteer