Associate Software Engineer at Independence Pet Group

Feedinkoo; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive full medical, dental, and vision insurance

12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave

Pet-friendly office environment

Job summary

Feedinkoo is looking for an Associate Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is perfect for someone early in their development career with foundational skills in front-end or full-stack development. You will help build the next generation of pet care solutions while receiving strong mentorship and professional growth opportunities.

In this hands-on role, you will work alongside senior developers, assist in implementing features, and contribute to code reviews, making a meaningful impact on our platform.

Qualifications

• 1 year relevant experience.
• Familiarity with front-end or full-stack development.
• Strong willingness to learn and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing front-end and back-end features.
• Work under senior developers to write code.
• Help resolve bugs and contribute to testing.

Skills

React

JavaScript/TypeScript

HTML/CSS

Node.js

Version control (Git)

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Associate’s Degree in a Technical Field

Certification in a relevant focus area

Job description

PetPlace is building a digital‑first pet e-commerce platform connecting key market services such as adoption, lost‑pet recovery and insurance to make pet care easy.

Job Summary

PetPlace is seeking an Associate Software Engineer to support our growing engineering team in building the next generation of pet care solutions. Reporting to the Director of Product Engineering, this associate‑level role is ideal for someone early in their development career with foundational skills in front‑end or full‑stack development and a desire to learn in a collaborative, Agile environment.

You’ll contribute to the development of new features, assist in code reviews, and gain exposure to product, UX, and business needs. This is a hands‑on learning role with strong mentorship and growth opportunities.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing front‑end and back‑end features across our digital platforms.
• Work under the guidance of senior developers to write clean, maintainable code.
• Help resolve bugs, perform testing, and contribute to improving application stability.
• Attend daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and planning meetings to stay aligned with team priorities.
• Actively seek feedback and opportunities to build technical and professional skills.
• Contribute to internal documentation to support development workflows and onboarding.
• Provide alternatives, if necessary, on clarification of business requirements.
• Define and develop software engineering effort on the full range of applications based on business needs and requirements.
• Generate artifacts, detailed designs, and necessary documentation to support the development of applications.
• Share knowledge regarding design principles, implementation techniques, emerging technologies, and trends.
• Research and identify application opportunities around performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Qualifications

• 1 year relevant experience
• Familiarity with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, and basic backend technologies (Node.js or similar).
• Exposure to Agile development principles, either through coursework, internships, or professional experience.
• Understanding of version control systems such as Git.
• Strong willingness to learn, grow, and collaborate.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or capstone project involving web development or API integration.
• Basic familiarity with database concepts and RESTful APIs.
• Passion for pets or experience in e‑commerce a plus.

Education

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience (one‑year relevant experience is equivalent to one‑year college)
  • Associate’s Degree in a Technical Field
  • Certification in a relevant focus area

Benefits

• Comprehensive full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Personal paid time off
• Paid holidays and company‑wide wellness day off
• Paid time off to volunteer at nonprofit organizations
• Pet‑friendly office environment
• Commuter benefits
• Group pet insurance
• On‑the‑job training and skills development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)