Software Engineer - Entry Level

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Engineering / Product Development

Software Engineer I

Individual ContributorHybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

No

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $72,200.00 - $108,200.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

At Cox Automotive, our engineers and technologists are literally changing the way people buy, sell and use cars.  With operations across five continents and powerhouse brands like Autotrader and Kelly Blue Book in our family, we have the reach to make this transformation happen in new and exciting ways.  From browsing to test driving, purchasing to servicing, the positive change we envision for the automotive industry is being driven by our software innovations. We’ve got some of the most robust data in the industry, so our big data insights can lead to some amazing creations.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop and maintain frameworks for web-based applications to enhance performance and reliability  

• Participate in the development of new industry-leading products leveraging common technology 

•  Construct and manage services published to both internal and external consumers 

•  Collaborate on developing best practices, code reviews, internal tools and process improvements 

Knowledge Share:  

• Learns skills from more senior developers. Attends user group meetings 

Domain Knowledge:

• Little or no knowledge and experience of the domain in which their technical output will be used.  Requires guidance from senior developers, product owner to ensure technical solutions meet business needs 

Agile Teamwork:

• Exhibits a positive attitude and desire to help the team to succeed. Viewed as a team player by all members of the team. Based on a novice level of product functionality, is viewed more as a learner/observer in all agile activities including sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint retrospectives, and COP meetings. 

Subject Matter Expertise:

• Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the fields concepts, practices, and procedures. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Stays current on changing technology via articles, books, available training 

Technologies We Commonly Use: C#, .NET Core, Java, React, SQL Server, Selenium, Git, AWS, Docker, Lamda, Terraform.

Who You Are (Qualifications):

• You’ve got a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or a similar field) and less than a year of experience.

• You’re comfortable with the idea of communicating with teams, regardless of their location.

• You can code in languages such as .Net, C#, or Java.

• You have familiarity with things like: microservices architecture and testing restful APIs, software engineering tools and processes, building and/or testing frameworks, and consumer-facing applications and databases.

• You also have familiarity with scripting and configuration tools, agile development methodologies, analysis, design, and programming.

What’s In It For You?

• We want you to feel cared for and respected, and that starts with Cox’s highly competitive pay plus other compensation perks (401k + company matching, comprehensive medical benefits, etc.).  We also offer discounted Cox services, tuition reimbursement for academic pursuits, adoption assistance, paid time off to volunteer, childcare and eldercare resources, pet insurance and much more.

• Good work should be rewarded. It’s our goal to make sure you feel recognized for your contributions. At Cox, you’ll find a workplace where relationships are crafted with care and successes are celebrated. We strive to create an environment where everyone from leadership to new hires can support and feel supported. 

• We know you’re always looking for growth and the opportunity to learn new things. At Cox Automotive, you’ll have opportunities to expand your expertise and grow your skills in ways that will challenge and empower you. And in the future, you may have the opportunity to drive innovation in other sectors where the Cox family of brands operates like cleantech, health care and esports.  

• You’ll also get to work with a wide range of products and technologies across the Cox Automotive ecosystem, allowing you to have a hands-on experience in transforming an industry.  We don’t believe in limitations, only possibilities.

• You’ll have an opportunity to make the world a better place. Across the Cox family of businesses, we’ve launched a movement to positively impact 34 million lives by 2034 in areas like technology access and education, social equity, and environmental sustainability through a wide range of company programs, partnerships and employee volunteer opportunities.

Apply now to join the Cox family of businesses!

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.