Junior Software Engineer - onsite

re-zoo-me; Hanover, Northern (York County, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccalon is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join its engineering team and contribute to development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who want hands-on experience in production code and mentorship from more senior team members.

You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers, write clean code, participate in code reviews, and learn software development best practices in a supportive environment.

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)
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, or similar
• 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
• Internship, capstone project, or open-source contribution experience

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

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager 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.

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

Required 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)
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, or similar
• 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 testingUnderstanding of Agile or Scrum development methodologies
• Internship, capstone project, or open-source contribution experience

About the Organization

Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences.

Why Join Us?

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

EOE Statement

Eccalon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

EEO is the law.