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Consulting Associate, Engineer / Geologist (Entry Level)

ERM
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

DAT is an award-winning employer of choice and a next-generation SaaS technology company that has been at the leading edge of innovation in transportation supply chain logistics for 45 years. We continue to transform the industry year over year, by deploying a suite of software solutions to millions of customers every day - customers who depend on DAT for the most relevant data and most accurate insights to help them make smarter business decisions and run their companies more profitably. We operate the largest marketplace of its kind in North America, with 400 million freights posted in 2022, and a database of $150 billion of annual global shipment market transaction data. Our headquarters are in Denver, CO, with additional offices in Missouri, Oregon, and Bangalore, India.

Job Application Deadline : 07 / 31 / 2024

The Opportunity

DAT is looking for an Associate Frontend Software Engineer to join our team in Denver, CO or Beaverton, OR.

Candidate Profile

  • Entry level engineer, learning to complete development tasks using DAT tools and processes.
  • Work collaboratively with the support of more experienced engineers and team members.
  • Writes, tests, and documents code according to DAT Engineering standards and practices.
  • Works within their team to foster a culture of professionalism in all aspects of delivery.
  • Debugs and fixes issues in development, test, and production.
  • Participates in software design for features and bug fixes under direct supervision.
  • Serves as on-call first responder for software their team owns.
  • Partners with senior engineers to improve the operational state of the team’s services.
  • Completes tasks assigned by others. Acts on and learns from code review feedback.
  • Participates in the hiring process (by submitting referrals, recruiting, promoting DAT, etc.).
  • Accepts feedback and mentoring, learns from others.
  • Writes unit, integration, and functional tests.
  • Documents software systems and project tasks.

What You’ll Do

  • Work cross-functionally to craft industry-leading software experience for our customers.
  • Leverage AWS to deliver efficient, cloud-native front-end solutions.
  • Write unit, integration, and functional tests, and guide others in doing the same.
  • Document software designs and project tasks.
  • Review functional requirements and analyze their impact on schedule and software design.
  • Design and develop front-end interfaces and other code that is reliable, maintainable, and extendable.
  • Translate business needs and requirements into technical specifications.
  • Work with team members to improve development processes and practices.
  • The Skills and Experience You’ll Bring

  • 1 years of experience working with Front-ends with an associate level degree or a certification in coding / software engineering (or 2 years with a high school diploma or GED).
  • Understanding of front-end technologies such as CSS, JS, and HTML.
  • Applied knowledge of REST APIs and established best practices.
  • Exposure to cloud-native development such as in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Experience creating and contributing to data-driven websites that provide end users with actionable insights.
  • Working knowledge of DevOps pipeline and build / deploy tools.
  • Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • Passionate about delivering high-quality results.
  • Committed to ongoing professional development and learning.
  • Practical experience of design principles and patterns.
  • Applied knowledge with unit testing.
  • Exposure to Agile and at least one agile methodology such as SCRUM, XP, or SAFE.
  • Bonus Skills

  • Ability to learn new tools and adapt quickly to changing business requirements.
  • Understanding of charting and data visualization libraries; Chart JS, AM Charts, D3, etc.
  • Understanding of containerization and local development tooling for Docker & Kubernetes.
  • Understanding of microservices and related best practices.
  • Exposure to object-oriented / functional programming languages : Python, Java, C , Scala, etc.
  • Why DAT?

    For starters, we have a hybrid work environment, but we also know what makes a great workplace. We have a time-tested and resolute set of operating values predicated on integrity, mutual respect, open communication, and executing with excellence. These values inform our strategic vision as much as any one of our products does. We’ve been an employer of choice in the Portland metropolitan area for four decades, and within one year of opening our Denver office, DAT was #26 on Built In Colorado’s 100 Best Places to Work In Colorado.

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance
  • Up to 20 days of paid time off starting in year one
  • An additional 10 holidays of paid time off per calendar year
  • 401k matching (immediately vested)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Short- and Long-term disability sick leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional programs - Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Work on impactful projects in a cutting-edge environment
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the trucking industry
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

    For Colorado-based candidates, in compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the minimum salary for this role is $84,000.00 benefits. The maximum compensation for this role can vary significantly depending on your job-related skills and experience. DAT considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education and training, core skills, internal equity, and market and business elements when extending an offer.

    DAT embraces the value of a diverse workforce, and believes it is a core strength of our company that we encourage those values in every DAT employee, at every level of our organization, regardless of tenure or rank. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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