Junior Software Development Engineer (Recent Graduate)

ShipperHQ • Austin, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Junior Software Development Engineer, you will work on a variety of software development projects, using AI tools to enhance productivity and accelerate development. You’ll collaborate with senior engineers to build and maintain scalable, efficient systems while utilizing AI to assist with various aspects of the development process (e.g., code generation, debugging, documentation). This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain experience across general software development, with an emphasis on leveraging AI to improve development efficiency.

Requirements

• A recent Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong foundational knowledge of software engineering principles and development practices.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, or Ruby.
• A passion for learning and exploring new technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A natural curiosity and the ability to take initiative in software development projects.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cloud platforms and development tools.
• Previous internship or project experience in software development or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the software development team to build scalable, maintainable systems.
• Use AI tools like ChatGPT and Cursor to assist with coding, debugging, and documentation tasks.
• Contribute to backend development, system architecture, and full-stack development efforts.
• Continuously learn and stay up to date with the latest advancements in software development and AI tools.
• Take direction from senior engineers while contributing your own creative ideas and solutions.

Benefits

• Collaborate with a motivated team, directly tying your results to organizational success
• 22 days of PTO plus public holidays
• 401k Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Maternity and Paternity Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees