Software Engineer I - Data Engineering at Esri in Redlands, CA

Summary: Esri is a leading company in GIS technology, providing a secure mapping and spatial analysis platform. They are seeking a Software Engineer I to build data systems, process telemetry, and develop ETL pipelines and APIs to deliver insights for customers and organizations. Responsibilities: - Design, implement, test and maintain software components for data processing and API services - Write clean, well-tested, readable and maintainable code with good abstractions - Write clear documentation of implemented features and proactively seek help to resolve ambiguity - Assist in improving database queries and data models for better performance - Follow engineering best practices including code reviews, testing and continuous integration - Collaborate cross-functionally with Software Development Engineers, QA Engineers, Product Managers, and UI/UX teams to deliver end-to-end solutions - Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend tools or approaches to improve development efficiency Required Qualifications: - 1+ years of software development experience or relevant internships/project work - Programming experience with Java and/or Python - Understanding of API development and RESTful services - Familiarity with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server - Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering fundamentals - Exposure to ETL concepts, batch processing, or data pipelines - Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies - Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technology field Preferred Qualifications: - Hands-on experience with relational and non-relational data stores like MySQL and ElasticSearch - Hands-on experience with stream processing concepts and technologies like Kafka - Hands-on project work or experience in data modeling - Familiar with unit testing frameworks and CI/CD for data workflows - Strong understanding of data warehousing principles - Ability to troubleshoot bugs and root cause issues and bugs in software Required Skills: Java, Python, API development, ETL concepts Important Skills: Relational databases, Data structures, Software engineering fundamentals Nice-to-Have Skills: Data modeling, Unit testing frameworks, CI/CD for data workflows, Data warehousing principles Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, Minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, Opportunities for personal and professional growth