Neurodiversity Apprentice Program - Associate Developer

Grow your career with a growing organization
Whether they're helping people reach their long-term financial goals or providing personal wealth management strategies, every associate contributes to changing the lives of those we serve for the better. When it comes to job satisfaction, that's hard to beat. And from a personal satisfaction perspective, you'll enjoy the freedom to support causes that matter to you and experience a truly inclusive work environment. Your future starts now.
At Empower, a Software Developer plays an instrumental role in delivering technology solutions, working both independently and collaboratively across multiple teams. This role is instrumental in developing high-quality software that conforms to approved design patterns and aligns with Architecture goals and objectives. Software Developers are responsible for the ongoing support of complex applications, including new feature work, improvements on existing code, maintaining systems excellence, and active participation in designing and deployment of production deliverables.
What you will do:

• Build and troubleshoot integration between Empower systems under the direction/supervision of more senior Developers.
• Operate efficiently and effectively within the team-specific SDLC lifecycle and process, in alignment with broader departmental or divisional lifecycle and process.
• Participates effectively in Quality Assurance methodologies and solutions in support of business needs
• Respond to and resolve low to medium-complexity issues.
• Performs application unit testing, ensuring delivery meets business needs.
• Prepares appropriate documentation from which systems and solutions are supported and maintained.
• Completes other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

• 0-1 years of experience
• Experience with frameworks, libraries, databases, and cloud technologies
• "Can do" attitude while demonstrating a strong work ethic
• Practical and/or theoretical experience with Agile software development and test-driven development
• Practical and/or theoretical building of highly scalable web applications
• Demonstrates continuous learning of new technologies
• Self-motivated individual who thrives in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related field of study preferred.

By applying to this position, you acknowledge and agree that Empower will share your name, contact information, and resume with its Neurodiversity @ Work (N@W) partner, Teach the Autism Community Trades (TACT). When the N@W program is concluded, TACT will remove your information from its data storage. If at any point you would like your information removed prior to completing the program, please provide written directions to empowertalentnetwork.@empower.com and TACT will be directed to remove your data.
Learn more about Empower's Neurodiversity and Work (N@W) Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IY1vIon4PU
***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***
Base Salary Range
$55,800.00 - $76,800.00
The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Equal opportunity employer • Drug-free workplace
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***
Job Posting End Date
03-22-2024
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