Software Engineer I

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Engineering / Product Development Job Profile Software Engineer I Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % No Work Shift Day Compensation Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,200.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Job Description We are looking for a Software Engineer I who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a highimpact engineering team. This earlycareer role is ideal for engineers with strong fundamentals, curiosity, and enthusiasm for modern development practices including the responsible use of AIassisted development tools. You will work alongside experienced engineers to build scalable, reliable, and welltested systems, develop your technical skills, and learn how software solutions support real business needs. What Youll Do Develop, and maintain webbased applications and services. Write clean, maintainable code and unit/system tests. Participate in pair programming, code reviews, and design discussions. Construct and maintain services consumed by internal and external clients. Collaborate on common frameworks, shared components, and best practices. Use AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) to support development, validating all output. Learn and apply specdriven and Agile development practices. Troubleshoot issues with guidance from senior engineers. Assist with legacy code updates and modernization efforts. Document technical designs, processes, and decisions. Communicate progress, challenges, and dependencies clearly. Continuously learn from senior engineers and technology communities. Who You Are: Bachelors degree in computer science or related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as 4 years experience in a related field. 1-2 years of software development experience. Proficiency in C#, or comparable object-oriented programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python. Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms. CI/CD concepts. Selenium or test automation tools. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. Understanding of SDLC fundamentals (version control, testing, debugging Strong problemsolving and analytical skills. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize, learn quickly, and adapt to change. Comfortable collaborating with distributed teams. Availability for rotational on-call duties outside of standard business hours may be required. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to SQL/NoSQL databases, caching, or distributed systems. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containers, or infrastructureascode. Demonstrated learning through projects, coursework, or opensource work. What We Look For Strong growth mindset and intellectual curiosity. Positive, teamfirst attitude and willingness to learn. Accountability for code quality, security, and reliability. Desire to continuously improve skills, processes, and outcomes. Drug Testing To be employed in this role, youll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited. Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the companys needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells or simply uses cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individuals age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future. Cox brings together the worlds greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities and drive innovation for a better future. Thats why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the worlds biggest challenges. Our people love technology and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, theres no challenge too great for our pioneers. And theres no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.