Junior Software Engineer: Learn & Build Production Apps

Eccalon, LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon, LLC is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute to development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. The role is designed for early‑career engineers who want to learn, grow their technical skills, and work collaboratively in a supportive environment.

You will work closely with experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on experience while contributing to real, production‑level code in a collaborative Detroit-area team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0–2 years of relevant software development experience (including internships, co‑ops, or projects).
• Basic understanding of software engineering fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP).
• Experience using version control systems (Git or similar).
• Exposure to web development, APIs, or backend services.
• Familiarity with databases (SQL or NoSQL).
• Experience with testing frameworks or basic automated testing.
• Understanding of Agile or Scrum development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications.
• Write clean, readable, and well‑tested code under guidance from senior engineers.
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions.
• Debug and fix software defects.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Learn and apply software development best practices.
• Contribute to documentation and technical knowledge sharing.

Skills

Git version control

Web development basics

Automated testing basics

Agile methodologies

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

SQL/NoSQL databases

Job description

Eccalon, LLC is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to contribute to development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. The role is designed for early‑career engineers who want to learn, grow their technical skills, and work collaboratively in a supportive environment.

You will work closely with experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on experience while contributing to real, production‑level code in a collaborative Detroit-area team.