Software Engineer I at Mintel in Chicago, IL

We are looking for a talented entry-level Software Developer to join our established  IT team in Chicago.  This individual will ideally have a STEM degree or equivalent experience(1+ year) coupled with a proven ability to solve problems with code. This position will be redeveloping marketing intelligence websites that are used by most of the largest CPG companies and financial services institutions in the US and Canada, as well as the data entry and quality assurance systems which power it.

This is a Hybrid position based in Chicago.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Join a diverse, high-functioning Scrum team
• Participate in planning activities with the Product Owner and other stakeholders
• Develop features for our client-facing website and data entry software
• Demo software to stakeholders and record their feedback
• Participate in testing and other quality assurance activities
• Manage the deployment of new features to beta and live environments
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities
• Gain exposure to our full software stack, using primarily Open-Source software
• Influence the direction of your team through continuous improvement activities
• Collaborate with your team in an agile open workspace, or retreat to one of our quiet areas when you need to focus on individual tasks
• Take part in intensive pairing activities to get you up to speed quickly with our technology stack

Who We Are Looking For:

• Naturally Curious: You are naturally curious, looking for new opportunities to learn and adapt to new platforms and technologies.
• Tech-Savvy: You excel in web technology, bringing a highly skilled approach to your day to day while constantly learning about what is new or next.
• A Collaborator: You bring an energy to the table that encourages and develops internal relationships. You seek out opportunities to collaborate with peers in your department and in an agile software development process.
• Committed to Personal Growth: You are committed to continuous learning and growth, constantly pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone to develop your skill set.
• Self-Directed: You are confident and driven on your projects. You have an aptitude for identifying and solving problems, both technical and organizational

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets 

The below reflects the range of base salary for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, and qualifications. The salary range for this role is: $56,000 USD to $70,000 USD. 

Alongside salary, Mintel offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employer paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match and paid time off. We are invested in our employees' wellbeing which is why we also offer flexible working hours, ClassPass subsidy, mental health benefit through Modern Health, paid volunteer time off, paid birthday leave and paid parental leave.

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