Job Summary:The Software Engineer is a fundamental technical contributor in the organization who is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of software solutions. They are developing and building the applications and systems that run the company.
Responsibilities:
Scope of the Role
This could be the backend systems, the frontend user experience, the products, or the tools to keep the business running. They work under the supervision of more senior software engineers and contribute to the technical direction of the software engineering department. The impact they should have on the company is to deliver high-quality software products that meet the needs of customers while developing their technical skills and knowledge. They should have a keen focus on learning and professional development, as well as a willingness to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
Performance Outcomes
Development of Products or Systems
The Software Engineer is an entry-level engineer who is learning the tools and processes for developing quality software at scale. They are still developing expertise in an initial area of the development process (e.g., frontend or backend). Within an area this may be limited to one or two approaches. They can contribute to the design and architecture of the system but are typically following the lead of others. The Software Engineer will focus on an individual component of a product or system. They will be learning how this system interacts with other components. Their work will largely be focused on individual tasks and tickets. They will think about features mostly within the current sprint. They will largely work from tickets and tasks as assigned by their team leads, focusing on efficiency and learning the development process along the way.
Individual tasks include:
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Frontend (as applicable):
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Perform frontend coding for web and/or mobile, using React, React Native, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node, or similar
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Implement UI primitives spanning web and mobile (contributing to internal open-source frameworks)
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Implement products used by external customers and service providers
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Backend (as applicable):
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Perform backend coding for systems and components, using C#/.Net, Node.js, or similar
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Implement new features and functionality in Node.js, and .NET as needed
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Write reliable and tested code including unit testing and CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) pipeline contributions
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Track problems, resolutions, and bug fixes throughout testing and create a comprehensive database of defects and successful mitigation techniques
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Engage in ongoing personal study of modern technologies and industry-related knowledge and skills
Engagement and Collaboration
The Software Engineer will work intricately with their teammates and may also collaborate with neighboring teams’ software engineers, product managers, and others. They will welcome and seek opportunities to learn and grow from more senior engineers as they also continue to develop their skills.
Engagement responsibilities include:
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Work closely and effectively with teammates, which may include fellow software engineers, program/product managers, software test engineers, and others
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Contribute to the implementation of dynamic requirements/initiatives with teammates, cross-team collaborators
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Participate in daily agile stand-ups, story creation/sizing/updating
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Share on-call/escalation responsibilities with your team
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
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0-2 years of industry experience in software engineering
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent industry experience
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Coding proficiency:
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Frontend-focused software engineers: Ability to code in React, React Native, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node, or similar web technologies
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Backend-focused software engineers: Ability to code in C#/.Net, or similar object-oriented languages
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Willingness to learn new approaches and technologies
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Ability to work well with other engineers in a collaborative environment
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Attention to detail and quality
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Open-minded approach to new ideas and approaches
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Willingness to challenge others and be challenged
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Share in the goal of creating the best design and architecture possible
FLSA Status
Exempt
Physical Requirements/ Work Environment
Employee must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time, with the physical ability to work at the computer or other sedentary tasks for long periods of time. Employee can conduct duties discreetly and impartially. If working remotely, employee is able to work in a space that allows them to effectively complete their job tasks, including having reliable internet connectivity and the ability to participate effectively while on phone and video calls. Employee has regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Additional Information:Location:Remote Job Posting
Department:9312 Information Technology
Time Type:Full time
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
PPLSI conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any concerns, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any concerns or otherwise oppose discrimination.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at: [email protected].
PPLSI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about PPLSI and has not been reviewed or approved by PPLSI.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on the first day with multiple plan options and FSA/HSA availability. Immediate eligibility and plan choice indicate robust core health coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO increases with tenure and allows substantial rollover, and paid parental leave is offered. The ability to carry over a large PTO balance provides added flexibility for time away.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match begins after one year, signaling meaningful long-term savings support.
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