Associate Software Engineer

Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from the Red Hat, LLC office in Durham, NC. Design and develop server-side logic and modular software components for enterprise IT automation using the Python programming language and Django web framework. Implement core backend functionality, including data models, views, and middleware.

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using the Django REST Framework (DRF) to facilitate seamless communication between automation tools and enterprise IT systems.
• Create and optimize scripts and workflows to automate routine IT tasks, such as server provisioning, configuration management, and system monitoring, to improve operational efficiency.
• Write and execute unit tests and integration tests using Python testing frameworks (e.g., PyTest or Unittest) to ensure code reliability and adherence to functional specifications.
• Participate in Agile development cycles and code reviews.
• Maintain technical documentation for API endpoints, system architecture, and automation workflows for internal engineering use.

Bachelor's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

• Writing and maintaining code, specifically for developing test cases and automated solutions.
• Navigating command-line interfaces and managing files within Linux or UNIX environments.
• Using Git or similar tools for version control, branching, and code collaboration.
• Designing and maintaining automated test suites or infrastructure pipelines.
• Following Agile ceremonies, including sprints and stand‑ups.
• Identifying, documenting, and investigating internal software bugs.
• Documenting technical progress and system requirements within a collaborative development environment via pull request submissions and established acceptance criteria.

Salary range: $94,182 - $122,890 per year. Actual offer will be based on qualifications. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity.

For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

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