Software Engineer I (BACKEND)

Cox Automotive • Carmel, IN

304d • $72,200 - $108,200

About The Position

We are seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I specializing in backend development to join our team at NextGear Capital. In this role, you will work on building and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems that support our floorplan financing solutions for independent dealers. You will leverage your skills in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API development to deliver robust and reliable software solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or 4 years' experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including code reviews and agile methodologies.
• Understanding basic concepts of Java programming and familiarity with Spring Boot framework.
• Understanding of RESTful API design and development.
• Familiarity with test automation tools and techniques.
• Basic understanding of observability concepts (e.g., logging, monitoring, and tracing).
• Knowledge of GitHub or similar version control systems.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Knowledge of database technologies like MSSQL.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices and tooling like Github Actions.

Responsibilities

• Support our mobile application by developing and maintaining the API components required for seamless integration.
• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with an agile development team to design, implement, and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Work on integrating observability tools to monitor and improve system performance.
• Contribute to test automation efforts to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and adhere to best practices for software development.

Benefits

• Flexible vacation policy allowing employees to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.
• Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement planning (401(k)).
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree