_{20th February, 2025}

Junior Software Engineer - Commercial Money Movement  
 
For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients’ critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.
 
What You’ll Do:
As a Junior Software/Application Engineer at Fifth Third Bank, you will contribute to the development of software applications by writing clean, well-documented code, assisting with feature implementation, performing unit testing, and collaborating with senior engineers to troubleshoot issues, while actively learning new technologies and best practices within the company's development framework.  You will play a crucial role within a team, in modernizing our Fifth Third Direct (FTD) application. This position involves designing application code, implementing technical solutions, and configuring applications to address business needs. You will be part of a team, performing phases of software engineering, and collaborating with business and IT stakeholders to design and implement product features. Your experience in Java, Spring, and Spring Boot, Node.js along with your familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, microservices, and Backbase API, will be essential in modernizing the Fifth Third Direct platform (one of our key commercial IT platforms).
 
Core Responsibilities
 
1. Software Development
Develop, test, and maintain applications using Java and Node.js.
Ensure code quality and maintainability through best practices and code reviews.
 
2. System Integration
Integrate various systems and applications to ensure seamless data flow and functionality.
Collaborate with IT and business teams to integrate modernization solutions into existing systems.
Familiarity with APIs and web services.
 
 
3. Performance Optimization
Optimize applications and systems for performance and cost-efficiency.
Continuously improve infrastructure to support growing business needs.
 
 
 
What You’ll Need
 
• Proficiency in Java and Node.js skills
• Proficiency in Spring, Spring Boot
• Testing and debugging skills
• Database Management and SQL
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and methodologies like Agile and SAFe
• Ability to create and maintain comprehensive software documentation
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
 
• Bachelor of Science Computer Science/Software Engineering (optional)
• 1-2 years of experience in application development, software engineering or a related role
 
 
 
What You’ll Get
 
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
 
· Competitive base salary
· Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
· Optional life and disability insurance provided
· 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
· Paid vacation time
· Paid Bench time
· Training allowance offering
· You’ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!