Job Description:
Are you excited to start your career in software engineering and grow your skills in both development and testing? Join us to gain hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle, with a focus on developing strong quality assurance practices and building scalable SaaS solutions in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Vertex Inc. is the trusted leader in Tax technology, delivering the best tax solutions to businesses across the globe. This team supports VAT Compliance within the Compliance & Returns value stream, aiming to streamline tax returns, accelerate cross-border commerce, and enhance the online customer journey. Projects include cloud-based engineering, full stack development, and DevOps capabilities like test automation, CI/CD, and containerized service hosting, all contributing to scalable, high-quality SaaS solutions.
Essential Job Functions and ResponsibilitiesCollaborate on the creation of test scenarios and contribute to the design, development, and execution of automated tests to validate software functionality
Learn and apply industry-standard QA testing methodologies
Support the development of automated tests, including API test automation (e.g., REST with request libraries and parameterization) and UI test automation using tools like Selenium or similar frameworks
Develop and maintain scalable, secure, and performant systems using modern engineering practices such as unit testing, TDD, and CI/CD
Implement and support software features based on technical specifications, participating in code reviews and agile planning
Troubleshoot and resolve issues from internal users and customers
Contribute to DevOps workflows, including automation pipelines and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with teammates to deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced, agile environment
Preferred: Prior internship experience in software development
Preferred: Familiarity with the following technologies: .NET, C#, AWS, Terraform, Python
Ability to define test strategies and scenarios, leveraging industry-standard QA testing methodologies and capable of developing automated tests, leveraging API test automation REST (request library/component parameterization) and UI test automation using Selenium or similar tool.
Self-driven, organized, proactive and collaborative in remote team-oriented environments
Analytical and problem-solving mindset with a passion for learning new technologies
Understanding of design patterns, functional and object-oriented programming
Familiarity with unit and functional testing methodologies
Basic full stack coding skills (e.g. Java, JavaScript, JSON/XML, Java Spring, REST, .NET, React/Redux, Angular, jQuery, Docker, message queues, cloud technologies)
Basic understanding of relational and NoSQL databases and query writing
Exposure to public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP); familiarity with Kubernetes/CNCF, serverless, and message queues is a plus
Understanding of CI concepts and tools: source control, orchestration, code analysis, peer collaboration
Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, algorithms, and APIs
B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
Graduation year: 2024 or 2025
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What We Do
The Trusted Leader in Tax Technology.
We're Vertex (VERX). A pioneer in tax automation for more than 45 years. We proudly serve over 4,000 customers worldwide with distinction and provide comprehensive tax solutions that enable global businesses to transact, comply, and grow with confidence.
Our collaborative, friendly culture is the foundation of everything we do and who we are. We're proud to be an employer guided by a common purpose by building trusted relationships at work, in business and in our communities. We strive to be a values-driven employer of choice who attracts, retains, and inspires talented professionals to achieve their full potential. We employ over 1,500 full-time professionals across three continents: US, Europe, and Brazil.
Our software, content, and services address the increasing complexities of global commerce and compliance by reducing friction, enhancing transparency and enabling greater confidence in meeting indirect tax obligations. As a result, our software is ubiquitous within our customers’ business systems, touching nearly every line item of every transaction that an enterprise can conduct. Our software is fueled by over 300 million data-driven effective tax rules and supports indirect tax compliance in more than 19,000 jurisdictions worldwide.
We partner with the world’s most respected companies and harness their strengths to deliver the best tax technology solution to businesses across the globe. We integrate with key technology partners that span ERP, CRM, procurement, billing, POS and e-commerce platforms. We also work closely with over 50 tax, accounting and consulting firms to provide the integrated tax technology solutions.
Why Work With Us
Innovative, agile, and growth-minded professionals thrive at Vertex. Our remote-first culture offers flexibility and connection, while our focus on indirect tax technology and global expansion creates real impact. With leadership development and a strong emphasis on well-being, careers flourish here.
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