Junior Software Developer

Central Garden & Petabout 1 month ago
Schaumburg, IL
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Junior Software Developer who can help build and extend new SaaS offerings using the latest technologies. You’ll work alongside a talented team developing high-tech UAVs, advanced geospatial web applications, and contributing to impactful projects in public health, biology, and precision agriculture.Compensation:$80,000 - $108,000 annually(based on experience and location). Please note: This position is unable to accommodate sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

  • Extend custom enterprise web applications, APIs, and mobile apps, and support these features through development, QA, rollout, and post-production.
  • Build out new front-end UIs and integrate them with backend functionality.
  • Collaborate with delivery teams, product teams, and management to refine business requirements, design technical solutions, and resolve issues.

Required Qualifications

  • BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of professional software development experience
  • Experience in extending application features
  • Proficiency in .NET Core with C#
  • Experience with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
  • Familiarity with source control platforms like GIT
  • Willingness to travel a few times a year for team meetings

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using LINQ, Entity Framework, and SQL Server within .NET Core applications
  • Expertise in JavaScript frameworks like Angular or React
  • Proficiency with CSS technologies such as SASS or LESS and Bootstrap
  • Experience with relational databases such as SQL Server or Postgres
  • Background working with DevOps teams managing the full engineering lifecycle
  • Familiarity with Azure services including App Containers, Security, Identity, and Data services
  • Experience analyzing application and cloud environment performance
  • Knowledge of web-mapping libraries (such as Google Maps, MapBox, or OpenStreetMap) or other GIS tools

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Free Life and Disability Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to thousands of free online courses
  • Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more
  • Education Assistance for college degrees and professional certifications
  • Referral Program with cash bonus
  • Access to on-demand pay
  • Paid parental leave

Required Skills

LINQ
GIT
SQL Server
HTML
.NET Core
Entity Framework
CSS
Angular
React
JavaScript
C#