Associate Software Engineer

Keyfactor, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit coverage Globall

Paid Parental Leave

Monthly Talent development & Cross-DF

Job summary

Keyfactor, Inc. in the United States (Remote) is seeking an Associate Software Engineer.

This entry-level role designs, implements, and maintains software code bases, with responsibilities including debugging and learning core software engineering principles. You will work with a team to follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and contribute to technical documentation while gaining exposure to Agile ceremonies, QA collaboration, and growth opportunities in a security-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in software engineering or a related field.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication, intermediate proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
• Basic coding skills, ability to learn and adapt quickly, and a strong collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process improvements.
• Ability to execute tasks with supervision, contribute to team projects, and continuously improve technical skills.
• In-depth understanding of the industry, company processes, and job-specific methodologies.
• Basic understanding of software development life cycle, agile practices, and coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of software code bases.
• Participate in learning opportunities to build fundamental software engineering skills.
• Follow coding standards and contribute to pull requests and code reviews.
• Work with team members to address code and architectural challenges.
• Help develop and maintain technical documentation for software projects.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance teams and participate in QA efforts when needed.
• Engage in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative development processes.

Skills

Basic coding skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Software development tools

Job description

About Keyfactor

Our mission is to securely connect the world: humans, machines, and AI. Keyfactor is the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, helping the world's largest enterprises and government agencies take control of the cryptographic identities that safeguard every digital interaction. Behind the platform is a global team of people who care deeply about the work and each other. We move fast, think big, and show up for one another every day. If you're looking for work that matters and a team that brings out your best, we hope you'll trust your future with Keyfactor!

Title: Associate Software Engineer

Location: United States (Remote)

Experience: Associate Level

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Computer and Network Security

About the position

The Associate Software Engineer designs, implements, and maintains software code bases. This entry level role involves writing code, debugging, and learning fundamental software engineering principles.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of software code bases.
• Participate in learning opportunities to build fundamental software engineering skills.
• Follow coding standards and contribute to pull requests and code reviews.
• Work with team members to address code and architectural challenges.
• Help develop and maintain technical documentation for software projects.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance teams and participate in QA efforts when needed.
• Engage in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative development processes.

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 0-2 years of experience in software engineering or a related field.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication, intermediate proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
• Basic coding skills, ability to learn and adapt quickly, and a strong collaborative mindset.
• Ability to work independently, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process improvements.
• Ability to execute tasks with supervision, contribute to team projects, and continuously improve technical skills.
• In-depth understanding of the industry, company processes, and job-specific methodologies.
• Basic understanding of software development life cycle, agile practices, and coding standards.

Travel Requirements

Up to 5% travel time required

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits

We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.

Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:

• Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
• Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
• Paid Parental Leave is available to new parents. Structure varies based on regional/government requirements. In regions where government-paid leave doesn't exist, like in the U.S., the company offers generous paid parental leave, along with comprehensive adoption and fertility support.
• Competitive time off globally.
• Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
• DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
• The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
• Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
• Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
• Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
• Regular All Hands meetings - followed by group gatherings.

Our Core Values

Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:

Trust is paramount.

We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.

Customers are core.

We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.

Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.

The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.

We deliver with agility .

We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through n