Software Engineer - Early Career

Varsity Brands; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays

Job summary

Varsity Brands is seeking a Software Engineer I (SE I) in Farmers Branch, Texas. This entry-level role focuses on building a modern digital platform to enhance sport experiences. Responsibilities include coding, testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software. Ideal candidates will have a foundational understanding of software engineering principles and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields. The position offers comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming and data structures.
• Basic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databases.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience including internships or academic projects.

Responsibilities

• Write, test, and debug code for applications and APIs.
• Contribute to development within established architecture and standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams.

Skills

Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles

Ability to write, test, and debug code (Java preferred)

Logical reasoning skills

Effective communication within teams

Ability to learn new technologies and tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git-based tools

Job description

Software Engineer I (SE I) – an entry‑level engineering position focused on building a modern digital platform that powers sport and spirit experiences. The role applies foundational software engineering knowledge and exercises independent judgment in executing assigned work, including selecting appropriate approaches within established guidelines to build, test, and maintain software components.

This is a high‑growth role designed to develop the next generation of engineers who will contribute to Varsity Brands’ platform transformation.

Onsite: 4 days onsite at Dallas TX Headquarters

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Impact of the Role

• Contributes to delivery of platform features and backend services that power critical business and customer experiences
• Builds foundational capability to support scalable, cloud‑based engineering environments
• Establishes a pipeline of engineering talent aligned to Varsity Brands’ long‑term platform strategy
• Supports the transition from fragmented tools to a unified platform architecture

What You Will Do

• Write, test, and debug code for applications, backend services, and APIs
• Contribute to development of features and services within established architecture and engineering standards
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality
• Troubleshoot and resolve development and lower‑environment issues, applying sound judgment to determine appropriate solutions
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to deliver functional and reliable software
• Follow established development workflows, security practices, and engineering standards
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing to support team effectiveness
• Continuously build understanding of platform architecture, service interactions, and system design principles
• Develop working knowledge of platform services, system interactions, and engineering patterns to support future growth into independent ownership

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate The Following Capabilities

Technical Knowledge

• Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, including object‑oriented programming and data structures
• Basic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databases
• Familiarity with modern development environments and tools

Technical Skills

• Ability to write, test, and debug code in at least one programming language (Java preferred)
• Foundational understanding of:
  • RESTful APIs
  • SQL and data handling
  • Version control systems (Git‑based tools)

Cognitive & Problem‑Solving Abilities

• Applies logical reasoning to solve defined technical problems
• Exercises independent judgment in selecting approaches within established guidelines
• Identifies issues and escalates appropriately when needed

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicates effectively within team environments
• Actively participates in team collaboration and development processes
• Incorporates feedback to improve performance and output

Learning Agility

• Demonstrates ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools
• Adapts to evolving engineering practices and environments

Education, Certification And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships, academic projects, or early career roles)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our Values

• Service – We lead with heart. We champion community.
• Passion – We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
• Integrity – We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
• Respect – We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
• Innovation – We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.
• Transparency – We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&DD, and Short‑Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.