Software Engineer I (Chicago, IL - US)

NextGenEnergyJobs; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Solutions is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join our Chicago-area team. You will support development, testing, maintenance, and deployment of applications under guidance from senior engineers, participate in Agile ceremonies, and contribute to code quality with unit tests.

The ideal candidate has a BS in software engineering or CS and at least 1 year of hands-on experience, including internships or projects. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, CS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant software development experience.
• Experience with Git and SQL basics in a team environment.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum processes and testing concepts.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, maintain, and enhance software applications under guidance.
• Create and execute unit tests to verify functionality.
• Troubleshoot defects and escalate complex issues.
• Document code changes and testing activities.
• Participate in sprint planning and reviews.
• Support deployment and release validation activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Software development mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering / CS

Tools

Git

SQL

Unit Testing

Agile

Job description

At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, testing, maintenance, and enhancement of software applications and services under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Create and execute unit tests to verify software functionality and quality.
• Troubleshoot routine software defects and technical issues and escalate complex issues when appropriate.
• Document code changes, testing activities, and technical solutions to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in sprint reviews, planning activities, and team discussions related to assigned work.
• Support testing and validation activities to help ensure successful software delivery.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Apply Agile development practices and established software engineering standards in assigned work.
• Apply feedback received through code reviews, mentoring, and technical guidance to improve development skills.
• Support deployment and release validation activities across development, testing, and production environments.
• Monitor assigned applications and communicate issues requiring investigation or escalation.
• Support application maintenance activities and assist with resolving routine user or system issues within assigned areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 1 year of relevant experience, which may include internships, co-op programs, academic projects, open-source contributions, or professional software development experience.
• Experience working within a software development environment utilizing established development processes and tools.
• Foundational understanding of software engineering principles, programming concepts, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Exposure to software development lifecycle activities including development, testing, deployment, maintenance, or application support.
• Basic understanding of SQL and relational database concepts.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of software testing concepts and code validation practices.
• Basic understanding of Agile, Scrum, or other iterative development methodologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine technical issues and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage assigned work while meeting established quality expectations.
• Ability to learn new technologies, frameworks, and development tools.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively with team members.
• The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000, with a target compensation of $80,000 - $90,000 based on experience and qualifications.