Software Development Engineer I

Yardi Systems, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Job summary

Yardi Systems, Inc. in Santa Barbara is seeking a Software Development Engineer I to contribute to design, development, testing, and maintenance of software for military housing operations.

You will work with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into effective technical solutions and ensure high-quality, reliable software. The role emphasizes problem-solving, code quality, and responsible use of AI-assisted development tools, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent.
• Foundational programming skills in one or more modern languages/frameworks.
• Exposure to relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Working knowledge of software development tools (editors, compilers, debuggers, VCS).
• Understanding of APIs, data structures, debugging, testing, and multi-layer architecture.
• Ability to leverage at least one primary programming language to develop solutions.
• Basic understanding of AI concepts and responsible use of AI-assisted tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with high accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve defects while ensuring quality and performance.
• Perform unit testing and validation activities for accuracy and interoperability.
• Implement enhancements and approved changes to improve functionality and UX.
• Develop foundational knowledge of software engineering practices and AI technologies.

Skills

Programming basics

Web frameworks

Relational databases

Git/version control

APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Source code editors

IDEs

Version control systems

Database clients

Job description

About The Role

Join Yardi’s Residential Military team as a Software Development Engineer I and help develop technology solutions that make a real impact on military housing communities across the country. In this role, you will contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of software applications that support business and customer needs. This includes implementing approved software changes, troubleshooting and resolving application issues, conducting unit testing, and documenting development activities to ensure high-quality, reliable solutions.

Working closely with cross-functional team members, product partners, and stakeholders, you will help translate requirements into effective technical solutions, communicate project progress, and address development challenges. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, takes ownership of code quality, and responsibly utilizes AI-assisted development tools while ensuring accuracy, security, and adherence to development standards and best practices.

What You’ll Do:

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications that support military housing operations.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects while ensuring application quality, reliability, and performance.
• Perform unit testing and validation activities to support application accuracy, interoperability, and overall product quality.
• Implement software enhancements and approved changes that improve functionality and user experience.
• Develop foundational knowledge of software engineering practices, AI technologies, product features, and industry-specific business processes to deliver effective solutions.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Foundational programming skills in one or more modern languages or frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, Java, or equivalent)
• Exposure to relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle)
• Working knowledge of software development tools such as source code editors, compilers, debuggers, and version control systems
• Basic understanding of software development concepts, including APIs, data structures, debugging, testing, and multi-layer application architecture (database, server, and client)
• Ability to effectively leverage at least one primary programming language to develop and maintain software solutions
• Basic understanding of AI concepts and the responsible use of AI-assisted development tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Time management, task prioritization, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Ideal to Have:

• Exposure to web or mobile application development
• Internship, academic project, or equivalent hands-on experience in software development
• Exposure to building or consuming RESTful APIs
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
• Understanding of modern development practices, including CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks
• Exposure to cloud environments, containerized applications, or cloud-native development
• Interest in user-centered application design and development
• Exposure to AI-enabled applications, AI-assisted development tools, or machine learning concepts

Real Estate runs on Yardi. About Us:

Yardi pioneers the property tech industry by seamlessly blending 40 years of tradition with forward-thinking innovation. We’ve created a team of over 10,000 employees in over 40 locations around the globe dedicated to making great real estate software products.

Discover the Yardi Difference:

Yardi is more than just a software company – we are dedicated to creating a positive impact in our communities. Annually, Yardi extends philanthropic support to organizations chosen by our employees. Our team has contributed to over 350 nonprofits globally, demonstrating our commitment to various causes and communities.

Our award-winning culture, consistently recognized by Glassdoor's prestigious "Best Place to Work", fosters support, collaboration, and growth. We prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including 100% paid employee medical premiums, company profit-sharing plan, and flexible work arrangements.

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Annual Salary Range: $123,000

All submissions for open positions should be received through Yardi’s applicant portal, accessed from Yardi’s corporate website.

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