Software Engineer II

Be a part of a fast-paced team of professionals in the e-learning industry. Software we develop, document, test, and maintain has empowered over a million candidates to pass their certification exams and better their lives. Internally, we provide tools and resources for other team members to do their best work daily. We strive to be a culture of improvement and growth, . You'll use your technology and communication skills to make a difference for learners of all ages.

Expected Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient and elegant new software and features
• Maintaining and improving the functionality of existing software and products.
• Produce technical specifications and plans
• Analyze and resolve performance and stability issues
• Implement test suites and unit tests to support maintenance and QA requirements
• Document each aspect of a system or application as a reference for future upgrades and maintenance
• Conduct code reviews of colleagues' work
• Communicatewith managers, technical support, networking, and development team
• Collaborate and contribute with the development team members and a closely tied team environment

Skills and Proficiencies

• 2+ years experience in software development
• Proficiency with general software development principles
• Proficiency with version control systems / Git workflow
• Knowledge and application of software design patterns
• Strong skills in full-stack development, including experience completing both front-end and back-end development tasks.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to quickly changing priorities and technologies
• Ability to work independently, or as a part of a team
• Ability to meet business objectives by engineering solutions
• Strong attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with team members
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good organizational skills  

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or degree and experience equivalent
• 5+ years experience in software development
• Experience with PHP, TypeScript, JavaScript, SQL
• Familiarity with development using any of the following: Vagrant, Docker, K8Ns
• Experience with Linux
• Experience working on large-scale software projects a plus
• Experience with Symfony or other PHP framework
• Experience with Vue or other JS framework
• Experience with SQL

What you get out of it Culture

• We support developers by promoting on the job training and collaboration with more experienced team members for mentorship opportunities.
• You will have a wide choice of technologies to use, such as your preferred IDE and development tools, and server scripting languages and tools.
• 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.
• Contribute to a platform that provides millions of people with access to education and resources that can help them achieve their goals and improve their lives.

Professional Growth

• 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
• We provide access to mentorship and guidance to support your career advancement, as well as resources and opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits and Perks

• We are very flexible with our work hours and accommodate a wide range of 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.
  

• You will have a wide choice of technologies to use, such as your preferred IDE and development tools, and server scripting languages and tools.
• 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 50-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.