Software Engineer I

Komatsu America Corp.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Tucson, AZ invites a Software Engineer I to join our mining technology team. You will design, build, and support mission-critical services powering our automation products, with guidance from senior engineers.

You\'ll collaborate with product, QA, and field teams to deliver incremental improvements, follow coding standards, and grow in our product domain, tooling, and operational practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software/Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• 0-2 years of professional software development experience.
• Demonstrated programming ability in at least one modern language with OO fundamentals.
• Familiarity with REST APIs (consuming and implementing).
• Exposure to SDLC practices: coding standards, code reviews, source control, automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support mission critical software services powering Komatsu's automation products.
• Implement well-scoped stories within distributed autonomous services with guidance from senior engineers.
• Collaborate with product, QA, and field teams to deliver incremental improvements.
• Follow established design and coding standards and grow proficiency in the product domain.

Skills

REST APIs

Unit testing

CI/CD

OOP basics

Coding standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Source control

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Job Location (Short): Tucson, Arizona, USA, 85706

Requisition ID: 36867

Onsite or Remote:

Shape the Future of Mining with Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions: At Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions, we're not just talking about progress and innovation - we're making it happen. Our cutting-edge Modular brand solutions are powering mines worldwide, driving efficiency and sustainability in ways thatseemed impossible just years ago.

The Company

Modular Mining Systems is the global leader in mine management technology and a wholly owned subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. Our innovative technology powers mine operations in every corner of the globe. The products we cultivate, the solutions we engineer, and the service we deliver set us apart in the Mining Technology industry. We’re more than a company, we’re a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: to revolutionize the way the mining industry operates. With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas, and be yourself.

Job Purpose

Design, build, and support mission critical software services that power Komatsu's automation products. In this entry level role, the Software Engineer I implements well scoped Stories within distributed autonomous services, translating defined requirements into maintainable code and automated tests with guidance from senior engineers. The engineer collaborates with product, QA, and field teams to deliver incremental improvements, follows established design and coding standards, and grows proficiency in the product domain, tooling, and operational practices.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, including occasional international travel.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software/Systems Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 0-2 years of professional software development experience (internships, co-ops, and relevant project experience may be considered).
• Demonstrated programming ability in at least one modern language; working knowledge of object-oriented fundamentals, basic design patterns, and clean code practices.
• Familiarity with REST APIs (consuming and implementing simple endpoints with guidance).
• Exposure to core SDLC practices including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, and automated testing.
• Ability to write and maintain automated tests primarily at the unit level, with some guided exposure to integration testing and CI pipelines.
• Basic familiarity with diagnosing issues using logs/metrics and following established operational practices when supporting production services.
• Working understanding of secure coding concepts and data handling expectations; follows established security and privacy practices.
• Strong collaboration skills: communicates clearly, seeks feedback early, and learns quickly in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with event driven microservices; familiarity with cloud native deployment patterns and containerization.
• Experience with network protocols, network programming, and distributed application debugging and analysis.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

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