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Associate Software Engineer at RxBenefits in Remote
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Job Description
The Associate Software Engineer is an entry-level engineering role responsible for contributing to the design, development, testing, and support of software solutions across the organization’s product portfolio. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who demonstrate strong foundational programming skills, a desire to learn full-stack development, and the ability to work within a collaborative, agile team environment.
This engineer will contribute to both Salesforce-based solutions and modern cloud-native applications, gaining experience across backend services, frontend development, and integrations. The role provides strong mentorship and growth opportunities toward becoming a well-rounded full-stack engineer.
Essential Job Responsibilities Include:
- Participate in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications and services.
- Contribute to both Salesforce platform development and custom product engineering initiatives.
- Build and enhance backend services, APIs, and integrations.
- Assist with frontend development using modern web technologies.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers.
- Troubleshoot and resolve defects in development, test, and production environments.
- Support system integrations between internal platforms and external systems.
- Work within Agile/Scrum teams to deliver incremental product value.
- Contribute to automated testing and quality practices.
- Learn and follow secure coding, compliance, and data protection practices.
- Use modern development tools, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems.
- Continuously expand technical knowledge and full-stack capabilities.
Required Skills / Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 0–2 years of software development experience (internship experience counts)
- Foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts
- Experience with at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, Go, JavaScript, or TypeScript
- Basic understanding of web application architecture (frontend + backend)
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services concepts
- Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Willingness to learn new technologies and work across multiple systems
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Internship or academic project experience in cloud or web application development
- Exposure to Salesforce development or administration
- Familiarity with AWS services
- Experience with automated testing tools
- Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., coding assistants, productivity tools)
- Understanding of Agile development practices
Technical Environmental & Skills (Exposure Expected):
The Associate Software Engineer will gain experience in the following areas:
Cloud & Infrastructure
- AWS cloud fundamentals
- Serverless architecture concepts
- AWS Lambda and event-driven services (exposure level)
- CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments
Backend Development
- API development and integrations
- Backend development using Java, Python, Go, or similar technologies
- Microservices and service-based architecture (foundational understanding)
Frontend Development
- Modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React)
- HTML, CSS, and responsive web development
- Calling backend APIs and handling client-side data
Salesforce Platform
- Salesforce configuration and development concepts
- Apex (exposure or learning path)
- Lightning Web Components (LWC) exposure
- Integrating Salesforce with external systems
Growth Expectations:
In this role, the engineer is expected to:
- Progress toward full-stack competency (frontend, backend, integrations)
- Become increasingly independent in delivering features
- Deepen expertise in cloud-native and Salesforce-based solutions
- Contribute to improving code quality, testing, and engineering practices
Based on relevant market data and other factors, the anticipated hiring range for this role is $76,000 to $95,000 annually. Final compensation rates will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity considerations. This role is also short-term incentive eligible. Incentive amounts will vary by individual and business goals. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The final salary offered to the selected candidate may vary from the posted range due to individual qualifications. Our goal is to ensure that all teammates are compensated fairly and competitively based on their contributions to our organization. RxBenefits is also committed to providing best in class benefits to our teammates. We offer a robust total rewards package that includes:
- Remote first work environment
- Choice of a HDHP or PPO Medical plan, we pay 100% of the premium for the HDHP for you and your eligible family members
- Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance that we also pay 100% of premiums (for your family too on Dental and Vision)
- Additional buy-up options for Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with an employer match up to 3.5% available after 60 days
- Community Service Day to give back and support what you love in your community
- 10 company holidays including MLK Day, Juneteenth, and the day after Thanksgiving plus a floating holiday to use as you like
- Reimbursements for high-speed internet, we’ll send you a computer and monitors to help you do your best work
- Tuition Reimbursement for accredited degree programs
- Paid New Parent Leave that can be used for adoption or birth
- Pet insurance to protect your furbabies
- A robust mental health benefit and EAP service through Spring Health to support you when you need it most