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Thoughtworks

Consultant Developer (Kotlin + Java) Hybrid position in USA

Posted 10 Days Ago
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in USA
83-120 Annually
Junior
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in USA
83-120 Annually
Junior
Work as a backend-focused software developer building client solutions using Java and Kotlin. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply TDD, CI/CD and continuous delivery practices, embrace DevOps culture, and use cloud technologies (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes). Participate in pair programming, iterative design, and deliver high-quality, maintainable code in an Agile environment. Role is hybrid and requires onsite presence.
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Job description

Software Developers collaborate with Business and Quality Analysts, Designers, Project Managers and more to design software solutions that will create meaningful change for our clients. They listen thoughtfully to understand the context of a business problem and write clean and iterative code to deliver a powerful end result. By balancing strong opinions with a willingness to find the right answer, Software Developers bring integrity to technology, ensuring all voices are heard.

At Thoughtworks, we believe in going above and beyond the standard and are committed to delivering best-in-class solutions that exceed our clients' expectations. Our standard engineering and delivery practices reflect our commitment to quality, and our team is always looking to innovate and improve.

Job responsibilities
  • You will learn and adopt best practices like writing clean and reusable code using TDD, pair programming and design patterns.
  • You will use continuous delivery practices as needed to deliver high-quality software and value to end customers.
  • You will work in collaborative, value-driven teams to build innovative customer experiences for our clients.
  • You will collaborate with a variety of teammates to build features, design concepts and interactive prototypes and ensure best practices and UX specifications are embedded along the way.
  • You will partner with other technologists from cross-functional teams advocating and demonstrating DevOps culture.
  • You will take ownership and accountability beyond individual deliverables, always pushing the envelope in order to deliver awesome results for our clients.
  • You will learn, digest and subsequently apply the latest technology thinking from our Technology Radar to solve client problems.
Job qualifications
Technical Skills
  • You have two or more years* of experience.
  • You have experience in backend development using Java and Kotlin, with a strong foundation in Object-Oriented Programming.
  • You can write clean, high-quality code in a variety of languages and are also able to spot (and improve) bad code.
  • You are familiar with Agile, Lean and/or Continuous Delivery.
  • You have a good awareness of TDD, continuous integration and continuous delivery approaches/tools.
  • You have knowledge of cloud technology such as AWS, Docker or Kubernetes.
Professional Skills
  • You thrive in a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment that values transparency, openness, feedback and change.
  • You have a passion for learning and sharing knowledge as well as a desire to create the right solutions for business problems.
  • You’re resilient in ambiguous situations and can approach challenges from multiple perspectives.

*For candidates with less than two years of experience, please visit the Grads and career changers page on our careers site.


Onsite Work Expectation

This position must be co-located in Raleigh, NC or San Jose, CA, on-site 3 days/week. Make sure that you have availability. 

Other things to know
Learning & Development

There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.

Responsible Use of AI in Recruitment

At Thoughtworks, we use AI tools to support our recruitment team with administrative tasks such as drafting communications, scheduling interviews and writing job descriptions.
Crucially, our AI tools do not screen, assess, rank or make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by our team and all selection decisions are made exclusively by our interviewers and hiring managers.
We are committed to fairness and responsible AI. We actively manage our AI systems by testing, monitoring for biased outcomes and implementing mitigation measures. We hold our third-party vendors to these same high standards through a rigorous governance process. For additional information, please see our full Thoughtworks AI Policy for Recruitment.

EEO

Thoughtworks is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, stermination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Thoughtworks is also an affirmative action employer of veterans and individuals with disabilities.
For additional information, please see the Thoughtworks, Inc. Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

US - Work Authorization

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the United States.

Accommodations

Thoughtworks is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, participate in interviews, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, you may request an accommodation by completing this form or speaking with your recruiter. Requests may be made at any stage of the application or interview process.
Once a request is received, Thoughtworks will engage in an interactive process with the applicant to determine an appropriate accommodation. Applicants are not required to disclose medical diagnoses or detailed personal information in order to request an accommodation. All accommodation requests will be handled in a timely, confidential, and respectful manner, consistent with applicable legal requirements.
Requesting an accommodation will not negatively affect your consideration for employment. Company prohibits retaliation against any applicant for requesting an accommodation or participating in the accommodation process. Accommodations made during the recruitment process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you are hired by Thoughtworks, and require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you may be asked to engage in our reasonable accommodation process.

Cancellations

As a technology consultancy, the projects we undertake are subject to change based on client needs and agreements. While we strive for consistency, please be aware that project scope or availability may shift, or projects may even be cancelled, during the recruitment and selection process, which is often outside of our direct control. Should the project related to this vacancy be significantly altered or cancelled, all impacted candidates will be promptly and duly informed of the change

About Thoughtworks

Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary.


Salary

Benefits: https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-us/careers/benefits

The annual salary range posted is subject to many factors and may vary depending on experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.

Salary
$83$120 USD

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