Software Development Engineer I

Mission:

In the Senate Community tradition of service, we strive to improve the financial wellness of our members throughout all stages of life by integrating sustainability and security into every financial solution.

Culture Competencies: S.T.R.I.V.E

• Maintains our members' and employees' trust by safeguarding their financial data and information.
• Values and respects everyone's abilities, opinions and feedback to achieve trust, safety, and well-being in a friendly, welcoming and cooperative environment. Actively devoted to our motto of 'better together'.
• Is honest, professional, authentic, and genuine in creating relationships that are uncompromising and true to ethical principles.
• Generates new ideas, supports change, provides new efficient solutions and solves problems creatively while balancing risk.

General Summary

As a Software Development Engineer I at our credit union, you'll be an integral part of our digital transformation initiatives. You'll help develop innovative financial software solutions that enhance our members' digital experience. In this entry-level role, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers, product managers, designers, and data analysts to create technology that drives member retention, acquisition, and engagement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement full stack ecosystems to enhance the acquisition and engagement of consumers. Ensure these systems are efficient, scalable, and maintainable.
• Develop and maintain software applications using NodeJS and other latest technologies.
• Collaborate with other technical and non-technical partners to understand platforms, integration points (API, Services) and database structures.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and minimal impact on the members.
• Drive and be accountable for all the assigned tasks and remain continuously self-challenged in setting and delivering assigned deadlines.
• Strengthen the software delivery process based on Agile principles. This includes Scrum, Automated Testing, Continuous Integration and Deployment.
• Recommend improvements to optimize existing systems or integrate new systems to enhance application and system functionality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Comply with regulatory compliance and assigned training requirements.

Non-essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Math, Physics or technical field or equivalent years of experience.

Experience: 1+ years of software development experience in fintech, financial services, or a related field.

Experience building and launching customer-facing software products with a strong user experience focus.

Understanding of web development technologies (NodeJS, ReactJS, HTML, CSS).

Experience with version control systems (e.g., git) and understanding of software development principles and practices.

Basic understanding of cloud services (AWS, Azure) is desirable.

Some experience and understanding of CI/CD tools.

Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Self-starter who thrives in a fast-moving, high-ownership environment.

Skills:

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (TypeScript/NodeJS preferred)
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services
• Basic knowledge of front-end and back-end development concepts (ReactJS preferred)
• Ability to work within established codebases and frameworks
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Time management and ability to handle multiple priorities

Communication: Must have superior interpersonal skills and be comfortable engaging with people from a wide variety of roles, cultures, and economic backgrounds.

Time in Service: None Required

Location: Remote opportunities in the following states ONLY: MD & DC ($67,337.27 - $101,005.90), VA, CT, FL, NC, SC, TX, LA; Chicago, IL ($60,521.76 - $90,782.63); Somerville, MA ($63,520.58 - $95,280.87); New York, NY ($67,882.51 - $101,823.76); and Seattle, WA ($64,338.44 - $96,507.66).

Benefits: We provide competitive salaries and offer exceptional benefits: Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Incentive bonus, 12 Holidays, 15 Vacation days, 9.75 Sick days, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Free parking or Metro Smart Benefits and Tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.