Software Engineer - Java / Python

Description

The company designs, builds, deploys and integrates communications systems for customers who rely on accurate information at the right moment, including emergency responders.

The Critical Communications Networks group is hiring software engineers to build and improve applications that customers use to communicate and that administrators use to configure and maintain customer systems. The role links those applications with the wider the company product portfolio.

The position is based with the team in Schaumburg or Chicago. You will work closely with engineers in small, dynamic Agile teams and with colleagues across the global organization, so teamwork and clear communication matter.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, unit test and integrate software that supports building, enhancing and maintaining telecommunication infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with teams across the global organization.
• Work in small Agile teams alongside other engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational programming skills, including software development principles, data structures and algorithms.
• Practical experience developing in a structured, strongly typed language, preferably Java. This can come from internships, co-ops or academic projects.
• Practical experience with a scripting language such as Python and/or Bash.
• Exposure to DevOps, continuous integration and automation tools such as Jenkins or Ansible.
• Practical knowledge of a version control system such as Git or Bitbucket.
• Exposure to telecommunications technologies and network protocols such as TCP/IP, TLS and UDP.
• Ability to break product or system level problems into sub-problems and address them with innovative designs.
• Ability to explain ideas clearly and concisely to peer engineers and direct managers.
• Preferred: at least 2+ years of professional software development experience.

Conditions

Target base salary range is $80,000 to $100,000 USD. Actual pay depends on job-related knowledge, skills and experience, and the offer is based on the individual candidate.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Work permit sponsorship by the employer is not available for this position.

Travel is under 10%. No relocation is provided. This is a new grad position. A referral payment plan is available.

Equal opportunity statement omitted for brevity.

Benefits

• Incentive bonus plans.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid parental and family leave.
• And more.