Software Development Engineer

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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.
If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Software Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems that are scalable, secure, and efficient. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement technical solutions and contribute to product success across the full development lifecycle. You will work with a high-performing team of developers, cloud architects, and business stakeholders to modernize customer interaction channels.
This position requires a mix of strong technical and functional skills, leadership ability, and a deep understanding of agile software development practices.
Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions
• Build a solid AI-driven customer engagement product using the Google CES solution
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and deliver new features
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security
• Debug and resolve technical issues across the stack
• Participate in Agile development processes (Scrum or Kanban)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of software development experience
• Good hands-on experience on Python, JavaScript, GIT, NodeJS, GIT and Code Blocks
• Must have AI integration experience, will consider academia
• Experience with Google CES, along with prompt engineering, is an added advantage
• Experience with Google Cloud capabilities
• The person should be a strong team player
• The person should be in the New York or Dallas/Fort Worth area and ready for the hybrid work culture (3 days in the office)

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.
All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements.
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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in New York State is $83,538.00 - $137,241.00 /year. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter. The rates/ranges provided herein are the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and do not reflect future job opportunity.
Nearest Major Market: Long Island
Nearest Secondary Market: New York CIty