Senior Software Engineer
- Seattle, WA
- $110,000-140,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Evergreen Goodwill Headquarters
Hybrid Schedule - 3 Days/Week in Office
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: VP of Technology
FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt
Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000 – annually, DOEAbout the PositionThe Senior Software Engineer is responsible for designing and developing enterprise-grade software solutions that support EGNW's digital transformation and production automation initiatives. This role focuses on building scalable, secure, and maintainable applications that integrate with existing systems while supporting innovative operational workflows including AI-powered donation processing, warehouse automation, and custom business applications.This position is critical to advancing EGNW's technology capabilities beyond basic automation into sophisticated software solutions that drive operational efficiency, data integration, and mission impact at scale.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Enterprise Software Development
- Design and develop scalable software applications using modern development frameworks and cloud-native architectures.
- Build custom integrations between D365, warehouse management systems, production automation, and business applications.
- Develop APIs and micro-services to support system interoperability and data exchange.
- Create robust, maintainable code following software engineering best practices and design patterns.
- Implement automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines.
- Collaborate with Solution Engineer on production automation software components and workflow integration.
- Develop software solutions for AI-powered donation processing, classification, and cataloging systems.
- Build applications that integrate computer vision, machine learning, and operational workflows.
- Create data processing pipelines that support real-time decision making in production environments.
- Design and implement software architectures that support warehouse automation and inventory management.
- Architect and implement integrations between Microsoft Dynamics 365 and production systems.
- Develop custom applications that extend and enhance existing business systems.
- Design database schemas and data models that support complex operational workflows.
- Build secure, scalable solutions that handle high-volume data processing and real-time operations.
- Ensure software solutions comply with security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
- Partner closely with Solution Engineer on production automation initiatives and technical requirements.
- Collaborate with Business Application Manager on enterprise application integration needs.
- Work with data and analytics team on software requirements for business intelligence and reporting.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other team members on software development practices.
- Participate in technical architecture discussions and contribute to technology strategy decisions.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies that can enhance EGNW's software capabilities.
- Contribute to the development of EGNW's technology roadmap and digital transformation initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve existing systems through software development and automation.
- Support proof-of-concept development for new technology initiatives and innovation projects.
- Stay current with industry best practices in software engineering, cloud computing, and enterprise development.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
- Advanced degree in relevant field preferred.
- Industry certifications (Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar cloud platforms) preferred.
- 5-8 years of professional software development experience with enterprise-grade applications.
- Experience with cloud-native development and micro-services architecture.
- Background in system integration, API development, and data processing applications.
- Experience with AI/ML integration and data pipeline development preferred.
- Background in retail, operations, manufacturing, or mission-driven organizations preferred.
- Programming Languages: Proficient Skill Level in C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, & SQL
- Cloud Platforms: Advanced experience with Microsoft Azure services (App Services, Functions, Storage, SQL)
- Development Frameworks: .NET Core, React/Angular, Node.js, or similar modern frameworks
- Database Technologies: SQL Server, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and data modeling principles
- Integration: REST APIs, GraphQL, message queues, and enterprise integration patterns
- DevOps: Git, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- AI/ML: Experience with Azure Cognitive Services, Machine Learning, or similar platforms preferred.
- Experience with enterprise software architecture patterns and design principles.
- Understanding of security best practices, authentication, and authorization frameworks.
- Knowledge of software testing methodologies including unit, integration, and acceptance testing.
- Experience with agile development methodologies and collaborative development practices.
- Understanding of performance optimization, scalability, and high-availability system design.
- Experience with monitoring, logging, and application performance management.
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with business stakeholders.
- Project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple development initiatives.
- Understanding of nonprofit operations, retail, or warehouse management environments preferred.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team objectives.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit for periods of time, communicate with other employees by talking and hearing, and operate computer systems.
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Occasional travel to retail locations, warehouse facilities, and off-site meetings for system analysis and deployment.
- Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
- Maintain reliable attendance.
- Exposure to computer screens and development systems.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Hybrid work schedule, at least (3) Three Days/Week Required in Office
- Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment, or remotely from home.
- Occasional visits to retail stores and warehouse facilities to understand operational requirements and test deployed solutions.
- A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- 100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
- Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
- Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
- Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
- Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
- Employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Paid Job Training