Junior Software Engineer

Job Description

Tire Rack’s development team is seeking enthusiastic Junior Software Engineers to help build and maintain the software that powers our industry-leading solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to grow their skills and collaborate with a supportive and experienced team. Our ideal candidate has foundational experience with object-oriented programming and a passion for learning new technologies.

• Develop and modify programs using Java (JSP & Servlets) and JavaScript.


• Troubleshoot issues and collaborate with Quality Assurance to test and implement solutions.


• Follow best practices for security, accessibility, and SEO in all development tasks.


• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.


• Collaborate with teammates and managers, incorporating feedback into projects.


• Update project management software daily with task progress and percent completion.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 1+ years of experience programming with object-oriented languages such as Java or C++.


• 4 year degree in computer science


• Familiarity with JSP/J2EE, REST API, JavaScript/jQuery, GitHub, and Linux.


• Understanding of relational databases and SQL principles.


• Basic knowledge of user experience, accessibility, SEO, and analytics needs.


• Ability to make basic HTML edits.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, or equivalent tools.


• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities.


• Commitment to preparing clear documentation and following technical directions.


• Self-motivated, dependable, and professional in all interactions.


• Must be available to work during standard business hours (EST).


• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas currently.

Benefits include paid vacation days and holidays, comprehensive health insurance, optional 401(k) plan, and employee wellness program.

This brief summary of benefits is a guideline only and is subject to change at any time. For complete details, please contact Human Resources.

You will accrue PTO on the last day of each month, for a total of sixteen (16) days per calendar year. Additional days are earned after four years of full-time service per the policy outlined in our employee handbook (maximum 26 days).

You will receive one (1) business day of regular pay for each holiday for which the company closes. The company currently closes for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

You will be eligible for health insurance coverage on the first day following the completion of your first thirty (30) days of full-time employment.

Tire Rack also offers voluntary dental, vision, life and AD&D, and disability benefits, which you will be eligible to participate in after thirty (30) days of full-time employment.

You will also be eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) plan upon reaching age 21 and completing 1,000 hours of service within the 12-month time-period following your date of hire. Your entry date will be the first day of the month coinciding with or next following the date you satisfy both the age 21 and the hours-of-service eligibility requirements. The company will contribute $1.00 in your name for each $1.00 that you contribute to the Plan, up to a maximum of 6% of the employee's eligible compensation. The company's contribution fully vests after three years of full-time employment.

The employee wellness program's mission is to establish and maintain a workplace culture that supports the health and positive well-being of all company employees. You will have the opportunity to participate in many events and activities to help you achieve your personal well-being goals.

The core of the wellness program consists of periodic on-site biometric screenings, Employee Assistance Program, Take60 lunch and learn sessions, discounted gym memberships, and volunteer opportunities to give back. Access to program information is provided on our internal wellness website, private Facebook group, and wellness bulletin boards.