Junior Software Engineer (Apprentice of Code)

Description

Junior Software Engineer (Apprentice of Code)

Glendale, AZ

$75k – $90k / year (Hybrid Schedule)

Are you just starting your journey in software development and eager to learn from seasoned professionals? Do you have a passion for coding and a desire to build robust software solutions? Are you ready to collaborate with Product, QA, and senior developers to turn ideas into reality? If you're excited to grow your skills and contribute to meaningful projects, this opportunity is for you.

I’m an Engineering Manager at RTA, and I’m looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on learning the ropes, contributing to feature development, and refining your skills in a supportive environment. You'll work on real projects, get constructive feedback, and grow into a skilled software engineer. If this sounds like your next adventure, apply now!

What We’re Looking For

In General, Someone Who

• Is passionate about serving others.
• Takes pride in being a Software Engineer and finds fulfillment seeing the entire team—and product—succeed and grow.
• Is comfortable being part of a team that thrives on healthy conflict. People with thin skin need not apply. No, seriously.
• Passionately cares about our clients by helping them be more successful. Our clients are fleet managers, parts clerks, and automotive technicians who maintain everything from squad cars to school buses—so everyone comes home safely at the end of the day.
• Thinks of themselves less, while not thinking less of themselves. They are other-centric, compassionate, and self-assured.
• Is willing to lift boxes, clean floors, and hold doors if that’s what it takes to get something done, because no job is beneath them.
• Takes ownership and initiative in their job. They identify how to make processes and products better without waiting to be told.
• Loves to read, learn, grow, and stretch themselves. Bonus points for each book they’ve read by Patrick Lencioni!
  
  

Specifically For This Job, Someone Who

• Has 0–2 years of professional software development experience (internships or personal projects count!).
• Is familiar with JavaScript and Node.js or has experience with similar languages and frameworks.
• Understands basic database concepts and has some exposure to MSSQL or other relational databases.
• Is eager to learn about Docker, AWS, and other modern development tools.
• Is comfortable using GitHub for version control.
• Has a basic understanding of REST APIs and service-oriented architecture.
• Is willing to collaborate with more experienced team members to develop their skills.
• Writes code that is secure, maintainable, and well-documented.
• Can juggle multiple tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Learn & Develop: Assist in writing clean, scalable code and developing new features.
• Collaborate & Grow: Work closely with senior developers to understand requirements and refine solutions.
• Participate in Code Reviews: Learn from feedback and improve your coding practices.
• Deploy & Monitor: Gain experience with Docker, AWS, and deployment best practices.
• Follow Best Practices: Embrace and implement coding standards and team processes.
  
  

Key Results Areas (aka the Job Outcomes)

• Reliable Contributions: Deliver code that contributes to the overall functionality of our products.
• Learning Milestones: Achieve personal growth and skill development through mentorship and practical experience.
• Effective Collaboration: Work productively with teammates, including developers, product managers, and QA, to contribute to a positive team dynamic. Engage with cross-functional teams, share knowledge, and help align technical solutions with business goals.
• Process Improvement: Show progress in adopting and improving development methodologies.
  
  

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in software engineering or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript, Node.js, and relational databases like MSSQL.
• Familiarity with GitHub, version control, and basic REST API concepts.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred but not required.
• A strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute to team success.
  
  

The Bottom Line

If you’re passionate about starting your software engineering career and eager to learn from a team that values growth and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. This is a full-time, hybrid role in Glendale, AZ. Apply now and start your journey with us!

About Us

RTA has been established since 1979 and has the reputation of providing the best customer service in the market. Our purpose is to help fleets succeed. We pride ourselves on creating a caring, family-oriented atmosphere for both staff and clients, and love that our work makes a positive impact on the lives we touch. Our clients carry kids in school buses, first responders in emergency vehicles, patients in ambulances, food and medical supplies in trucks, and people just taking the bus or train to work. We do meaningful work, and we want our clients to have the best tools available to them.

Our office spaces are open, spacious, and colorful, with plenty of natural light. We come together often as a company to enjoy freshly baked desserts or awesome lunches and genuinely enjoy each other’s company. We offer some pretty unique perks and benefits, as well as all the standard ones. We’re happy to talk through all the options!

Coming from Scottsdale? You’ll enjoy waving at the traffic going the other way while never having to stare at the blinding sun. It only takes about 25 minutes from downtown Scottsdale in the mornings. We are located close to Arrowhead Mall, with quick access to the 101 from multiple directions.

If all of this sounds like you, and your type of company, then click apply! Seriously, we’ve asked you four times now, and you’re still reading—bonus points for being thorough! You know you want to apply… so let’s see if you’re the Pepper to our Potts in the world of code.