Associate Software Engineer – Java

Jobtailor; Connecticut; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an entry‑level software developer in Connecticut to design, develop and test high‑quality software under guidance from senior engineers.

You will participate in Agile ceremonies, collaborate with product owners and architects, and contribute to performance improvements, code reviews, and documentation. The role emphasizes learning modern practices, including CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and secure coding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, software engineering or related field.
• 0-3 years of software development experience (internships and co-op considered).
• Understanding of object‑oriented programming concepts and fundamentals.
• Experience or coursework in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or C#.
• Basic knowledge of REST APIs, SQL and relational databases, Git, and Agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and business domains.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions under guidance from senior engineers.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand‑ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to enhancements, defect resolution, and performance improvements.
• Develop and execute unit tests; assist with integration and system testing.
• Troubleshoot production and non‑production issues; support root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with business partners, product owners, and engineers to translate requirements into solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve quality.
• Learn and apply modern engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and secure coding.
• Use AI‑powered development tools to improve productivity, code quality, and documentation.
• Create and maintain technical documentation as required.
• Support cloud modernization and digital transformation initiatives across the MLB IT portfolio.

Skills

Software Development

Object-Oriented Programming

Agile Methodologies

REST APIs

SQL

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

DevOps

Automated Testing

AI-Powered Development Tools

Job description

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions under the guidance of senior engineers and technical leads.
• Participate in all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to application enhancements, defect resolution, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Develop and execute unit tests and assist with integration and system testing activities.
• Troubleshoot production and non-production issues and support root cause analysis efforts.
• Collaborate with business partners, product owners, architects, and fellow engineers to understand requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Learn and apply modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and secure coding standards.
• Utilize AI-powered development tools and modern engineering practices to improve productivity, code quality, testing, documentation, and software delivery.
• Create and maintain technical documentation as required.
• Support cloud modernization and digital transformation initiatives across the MLB IT portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of software development experience (internships and co-op experience considered).
• Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and software development fundamentals.
• Experience or coursework in one or more programming languages such as: Java, JavaScript / TypeScript, Python, C#
• Basic knowledge of: REST APIs, SQL and relational databases, Git or source control systems, Agile development methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and business domains.

Core Competencies

Proficient in software development with a strong foundation in object-oriented programming and Agile methodologies. Capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while utilizing modern engineering practices and tools.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Software Development
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Agile Methodologies
• Java
• JavaScript

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Software Development
• Object-Oriented Programming
• REST APIs
• SQL
• Java
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• Python
• C#
• Unit Testing

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication Skills
• Willingness to Learn

Industry Keywords

• Cloud Modernization
• Digital Transformation
• Technical Documentation
• Code Reviews
• Performance Improvement

Tools & Technologies

• Git
• CI/CD
• DevOps
• Automated Testing
• AI-Powered Development Tools