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Full-time, entry-level IT Junior Software Developer position available in Gainesville, FL
Description
Be part of a fast-paced team within the IT department that develops, documents, tests, and maintains a wide array of software including web, mobile, and desktop customer -facing applications, along with internal server, desktop, and web systems to support our exam-prep products.
Responsibilities
Our projects vary widely in scope and technology, but essentially you will be doing these types of tasks on a day-to-day basis:
Maintain and improve the functionality of existing software and products.
Develop and maintain project documentation
Work on defined features from senior software developers
Provide rapid iteration/support/fixes for customer-facing issues
Complete frontend and backend development tasks with minimal oversight
Skills and Proficiencies
Proficiency with general software development principles
Understanding of common software design patterns
Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with team members
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Good organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization or degree and experience equivalent
Experience with Linux
Experience with PHP, JavaScript
Experience with version control systems / Git workflow
Growth Opportunities
We work with our team to provide challenges and learning opportunities across various technologies
We provide a collaborative development environment with easy access to other experienced developers
Management has an open door policy and regularly schedules opportunities for one on one feedback
Exposure to software development frameworks such as Symfony or Vue.
Exposure to RESTful APIs
Exposure to SOLID engineering principles
Benefits
Possible hybrid work schedules
We accommodate those just starting their software development career with a built-in company philosophy of continual improvement of the abilities of both our customers and employees. We support seasoned pros by allowing freedom, responsibility, and ownership of your projects.
We offer a goal-oriented and friendly work environment. Our focus is on getting projects done, yet we follow, train, and enforce professional software development habits
We are very flexible with our work hours and accommodate a wide range of work schedules.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
Casual Dress
Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, and Overtime pay
Retirement/Profit Sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Team-spirited, creative, exciting and friendly work environment that inspires self growth
Free coffee, tea, sodas, and snacks
Free postage
Company events
We support developers by promoting on the job training and collaboration with more experienced team members for mentorship opportunities.
We work with our team to provide challenges and learning opportunities across various technologies
We provide a collaborative development environment with easy access to other experienced developers
Management has an open door policy and regularly schedules opportunities for one on one feedback
Background
Gleim Publications is a 46-year old, Gainesville, Florida-based company that provides quality, easy-to-use self-study exam prep materials for accountants and pilots in the United States and throughout the world. Our mission is to maximize knowledge transfer while minimizing our customers’ time, frustration, and expenses. Ultimately, we help people help themselves succeed in their careers.
Join our exciting, fast-paced development team in a growth-oriented, creative, and energetic environment. Our IT department develops vital products for our customers and provides top-notch technical support, in addition to developing and maintaining in-house hardware, software, and networking systems. We are dedicated to providing our customers the most up-to-date solutions for all their learning, continuing education, and test preparation needs.
Gleim is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful and caring work environment that is inclusive to a diverse work force for all races, ethnicities, genders, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Successful candidates will demonstrate and support the same commitment as well.
References requested. Background checks and a drug test will be conducted upon your acceptance of an offer of employment. Gleim is a drug-and smoke- free workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
