New

Software Engineer I

Cox
$72,200.00 - $108,200.00 / yr
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays
United States, Georgia, Redan
Sep 05, 2025
At Cox Automotive, we're redefining how people buy, sell, and use cars-powered by innovative technology and supported by global brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. With a global presence and a deep impact on the industry, we are leading the transformation of the automotive ecosystem. From online browsing to post-sale services, our backend engineers build the critical infrastructure and scalable services that power seamless, data-driven experiences for dealers, manufacturers, and consumers. What You'll Do: As a Software Engineer I - Backend Focus, you'll be part of a team designing and developing the core services that drive our platform. Your work will be foundational in creating resilient, secure, and high-performance systems at scale. Your responsibilities will include: Designing, building, and maintaining scalable and reliable backend services and APIs. Developing features and enhancements using Java and modern cloud-native architecture. Contributing to microservices that serve both internal applications and external partners. Writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, with attention to performance and scalability. Participating in code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and process improvement initiatives. Collaborating across teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-impact features. Learning from senior developers and participating in internal training, mentoring, and user groups. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as 4 years' experience in a related field Hands-on experience building backend applications using Java. Understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design. Familiarity with cloud-native development and CI/CD pipelines. Experience working with relational databases such as SQL Server. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for backend systems. Effective communication and collaboration skills, especially in distributed teams. Technologies We Use: Languages & Frameworks: Java Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Lambda, Terraform Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Jenkins Databases: SQL Server, DynamoDB (depending on project) Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs Join us at Cox Automotive and help shape the future of automotive technology from the ground up. USD 72,200.00 - 108,200.00 per year Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $72,200.00 - $108,200.00. 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 candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Benefits: The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's 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. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.