Software Engineer I

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Job Description Summary:

The Software Engineer-I designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learns and understands hardware and software systems and platforms

• Provides software development support

• Writes code for portions of an application

• Works closely with and learns from the engineering team

• Applies techniques and methods learned in prior courses

• Assists in carrying out tasks requiring adherence to prescribed methods of design

• Should learn basic programming while working in a team

• Uses current programming languages and technologies to write code

• Learns to work within a team

• Team oriented, collaborative, accountable, and dependable

• Responds to learning suggestions and feedback positively

• Open to coaching

• Should learn how to document and communicate on technical topics

• Learn about mainframe and how it connects with who Rocket is

• Learn about foundation of the markets Rocket serves

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of software engineering experience
• 1 year of relevant Java software engineering experience, developing commercially successful applications that are scalable, highly available, and expose robust APIs.
• knowledge of data structures, algorithms and databases
• knowledge of Java, database, JDBC
• Experience with Sprint Boot
• Experience with Database (Preferred Db2)
• Experience with the Agile development methodology
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to deal professionally and collaboratively with all levels of the organization and across geographies
• Proven track record of software development in the real world
• Proficient in one or more programming languages ​

Preferred Qualifications:

• Can-do attitude

• Curious and asks "why"

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information technology or related field

Travel Requirements:

[5% minimal travel

Information Security:

Information security is everyone’s responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.

• Job Family Group: Engineering
• Job Family: Software & Quality Assurance Engineering
• Job Profile Name: Software Engineer I
• Employee Type: Individual Contributor
• Job Level: P1 (Entry) .

Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!