Software Engineer - Early Career

Summary

Varsity Brands is a company dedicated to transforming the student journey in sport and spirit. They are seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to contribute to the development of a modern digital platform that enhances customer experiences and supports the company's long-term platform strategy.

Responsibilities

• Write, test, and debug code for applications, backend services, and APIs
• Contribute to development of features and services within established architecture and engineering standards
• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality
• Troubleshoot and resolve development and lower-environment issues, applying sound judgment to determine appropriate solutions
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to deliver functional and reliable software
• Follow established development workflows, security practices, and engineering standards
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing to support team effectiveness
• Continuously build understanding of platform architecture, service interactions, and system design principles
• Develop working knowledge of platform services, system interactions, and engineering patterns to support future growth into independent ownership

Skills

• Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, including object-oriented programming and data structures
• Basic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databases
• Familiarity with modern development environments and tools
• Ability to write, test, and debug code in at least one programming language
• Foundational understanding of RESTful APIs
• Foundational understanding of SQL and data handling
• Foundational understanding of version control systems (Git-based tools)
• Applies logical reasoning to solve defined technical problems
• Exercises independent judgment in selecting approaches within established guidelines
• Identifies issues and escalates appropriately when needed
• Communicates effectively within team environments
• Actively participates in team collaboration and development processes
• Incorporates feedback to improve performance and output
• Demonstrates ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools
• Adapts to evolving engineering practices and environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships, academic projects, or early career roles)
• Java preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, including object-oriented programming and data structures
• Basic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databases
• Familiarity with modern development environments and tools
• Ability to write, test, and debug code in at least one programming language
• Foundational understanding of RESTful APIs
• Foundational understanding of SQL and data handling
• Foundational understanding of version control systems (Git-based tools)
• Applies logical reasoning to solve defined technical problems
• Exercises independent judgment in selecting approaches within established guidelines
• Identifies issues and escalates appropriately when needed
• Communicates effectively within team environments
• Actively participates in team collaboration and development processes
• Incorporates feedback to improve performance and output
• Demonstrates ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools
• Adapts to evolving engineering practices and environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships, academic projects, or early career roles)

Nice to Haves

• Java preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!