Senior Software Engineer I (Java)
Updated on 05/02/2025
Job Description
The Senior Software Engineer I is responsible for creating and maintaining software that is sold or utilized internally by Inductive Automation, LLC. They participate in all phases of product development, including design, specification, implementation, testing, building, deployment, documentation, support, and maintenance. This role may be required to interact with customers to troubleshoot products or obtain requirements. This is a full-time position with remote, hybrid and on-site opportunities available.
About the Role
The Senior Software Engineer I’s job skills, qualifications, and responsibilities, include but are not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Independently responsible for the entire lifecycle of projects or features including engineering design, development, and deployment
- Java software development on Inductive Automation’s software product(s)
- Improving code structure and architecture in service of testability and maintainability
- Writing, co-writing, and reviewing design documentation
- Maintaining high proficiency in one or more technical areas
- Prioritizing and valuing unowned or undesirable work that enables the team to move faster
- Ensuring work meets quality standard
- Working with their team and adjacent teams to solve problems
- Escalating problems that have wider scope
- Assisting and teaching other engineers on an individual basis
- Completing thoughtful and constructive code reviews in a timely manner
- Meets and maintains 6 month performance milestones provided by their manager
- Responsible for one or more product areas or other IC leadership role
Requirements
- 3-5 years of software engineering or software development experience
- 2-4+ years experience utilizing high level programming languages such as Java, Kotlin, C++, C# etc.
- Object-oriented design experience
- Solid understanding of concurrent programming (Java is a plus)
- A comprehensive understanding of computer science concepts and ability to apply expertise in object-oriented design, multi-threaded architecture, data structures, algorithms, and cybersecurity
- Experience using relevant tool suites. (IntelliJ or equivalent, Git, Webpack)
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Passionate about building applications that delight users
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working on a team using agile methodologies
- Proven ability to be proactive and take initiative Preferred experience with the following tools/libraries:
- Strong experience with Java JDK 21+
- 2+ years SpringBoot experience
- Familiarity with CQRS/Event Sourcing patterns – Axon Framework a plus
- Solid understanding of SQL and PostgreSQL
- Database design and lifecycle management experience – Liquibase a plus
- Experience with Docker and Docker Compose for local development
- Solid understanding of container best practices and optimization Nice to have:
- 2+ years Kotlin experience
- Experience with event driven architecture
- Knowledge of HTTP API design and implementation
- Experience with distributed system challenges and solutions
- Experience with TDD
- Experience with Feature Flag implementation and use
- Experience with OpenTelemetry implementation and use (e.g. Spans/Traces and custom metrics)
- Experience working as a Team Lead or other Leadership experience
Pay
Based on the Sacramento region, the new hires target salary for this role is $140k - $160k.
Inductive Automation’s ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Although it is not typical for an individual to start at the top end of the range for the position, compensation decisions are dependent on: the facts and circumstances of each case, work location, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs.
About Us
Who are we?Champions for industrial automation innovation and driven by a mission statement to empower our customers to swiftly turn great ideas into reality by removing all technological and economic obstacles, we create and deliver solutions that relieve pain points, bring efficiency to operations and optimize integration.
Why Choose Inductive Automation?Our passion goes beyond customers. We celebrate your personal and professional milestones, and we support our teams with meaningful work in a collaborative environment.
We find that great work-life balance inspires teams to do their best work and empowers people to live their best lives. That's why diversity, fun, and flexibility are ingrained into our work culture.
Good people can make a difference from anywhere, so Inductive Automation facilitates remote work flexibility from most locations in the U.S. We’ll provide you with the exciting work and high-quality computer equipment, and leave the "where" part up to you.
We honor 40-hour work weeks mindful of your local time. Plus, we keep you connected and engaged with virtual social events and professional development time baked into the schedule.
Benefits and Perks
- 100% Covered Health Care: Don’t pay a dime for your medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Remote Flexibility: Work from home, in our beautiful office, or a combination of both. It’s up to you
- Work/Life Balance: Create a work schedule that fits your needs and your local time zone
- Paid Time Off: Receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- 401k with Match: Save for the future with our company-matching 401k program
- World-Class Headquarters: While on-site, enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, then challenge a friend to a game of pool, table tennis, shuffleboard, or foosball
At this time, we are unable to offer employment for individuals located outside of the United States and/or those who require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status). We know you've got a lot of options when seeking an employer where your skills and talents will shine, so we really appreciate that you considered us.
Inductive Automation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability. Verification of US employment eligibility required.
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Be Healthy
It’s simple: We pay 100% of your employee health plan—medical, dental and vision.
Find Your Balance
We want everyone to have a healthy work/life balance – that's why you get paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
Stay Hydrated
Our kitchen is always fully stocked with water, coffee, tea, soda, and every flavor of La Croix you can imagine.
Flex Your Time
Use flextime to make a schedule that fits your needs.
Start with Fresh Fruit Monday
Get a healthy start to your week by grabbing a piece of fruit in the cafe.
End with Snack Friday
We won’t send you into the weekend hungry, grab a snack in the cafe every Friday afternoon.
Get Comfy
From standing desks to collaborative alcoves, find your ideal workspace.
Escape Your Workspace
Challenge a friend to a game of pool, table tennis, shuffleboard or foosball.
Explore California
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Go for a Ride
Grab an IA bike and hit the American River Parkway—it’s just a few feet from our backdoor.