Junior Software Developer - Back End

Job published on 07/31/2025

JOB TITLE:                    Junior Software Developer – Back End

REPORTS TO:               Software Development Manager   
JOB TYPE:                     Full Time
DAYS/HOURS:             M-F, Standard Business Hours; Occasional Weekends/On-Call Hours

LOCATION: 2831 Research Drive, Rochester Hills, MI 48309

This position is hybrid and requires some onsite work.

Who is SolvIT, Inc.?

SolvIT, Inc. provides a strategic approach to technology, leveraging cost-effective business automation solutions for our customers. Our solutions include software development, infrastructure cloud hosting, managed IT services, and technical support services.

Based out of Rochester Hills, Michigan, we continuously strive to provide excellent customer service by building a team of individuals that are caring, service-focused, change leaders, who believe in teamwork. We know that our team members are vital to our success, and we are continuously seeking individuals who will thrive as part of our innovative and talented staff.

The Junior Software Developer will have the primary responsibility of consulting, architecting, maintaining, and supporting complex Linux System environments for both clients and internal projects.

What does the Junior Software Developer do?

• Programmatic-related solutions for various projects and operational needs.

• Design, Develop and architect complex programmatic systems environments using languages such as Java, Javascript, PERL/Python.

• Database Development using MySQL, Mongo, or PostgreSQL and Redis.

• Develop functional requirements through interaction with end-users and coordinates with development team on systematic enhancements or changes.

• Solve unusual or highly technical problems.

• Contribute and maintain system standards.

• Research and recommend innovative, automated approaches to programmatic administration tasks.

What you will be doing:

• Programmatic-related solutions for various projects and operational needs.

• Design, Develop and architect complex programmatic systems environments using languages such as Java, Javascript, Angular, PERL/Python.

• Database Development using MySQL, Mongo, PostgreSQL and Redis.

• Develop functional requirements through interaction with end-users and coordinates with development team on systematic enhancements or changes.

• Solve unusual or highly technical problems.

• Contribute and maintain system standards.

• Research and recommend innovative, automated approaches to programmatic administration tasks.

What makes you qualified:

• 1-3 Years Linux Administration Experience.

• 1-3 Years of LAMP Skills (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PERL/PYTHON/PHP).

• 1-3 Years of Shell Scripting in a Linux Environment – Bash, Perl, Java, Javascript, Shell script, etc.

• Familiarity with Amazon EC2 services and basic Infrastructure.

• Ability to communicate orally and write in a professional manner

• Works well both alone or in a team setting

• Ability to successfully interface with customers and various levels of management

• Handling highly confidential information/material

• Strong analytical skills

What makes you an All Star:

• Extensive Experience working in Linux environments

• LAMP Skills, C/C++, Node JS Development experience.

• Some experience designing, building and administering end user web applications that are backed by a Database, (MySQL, Mongo, postgreSQL).

• Experience designing and building web service applications that are called by thick Clients or other web services.

• Experience dealing with SSL client certs for client authentication and identification.

• Experience in designing high availability applications (HA, Fail over, Session management).

• Experience in large data Processing (Map reduce).

• Experience in programing for embedded Linux devices (OpenWrt, Raspberry Pi).

• Familiarity with Amazon EC2 services and basic Infrastructure.

Can you meet these physical demands?

• Physical demands:  Non-strenuous with low risk; primarily sedentary with some walking, standing, and carrying of light objects; Adequately lighted, ventilated and climate controlled area where normal precautions must be observed.

• Work environment: Work is generally performed within a normal office environment using standard office equipment; Moderate noise typical of a business office; Travel for company business required to attend off-site meetings, etc; May require early morning, night and weekend work assignments; Interaction with contracted providers, staff and vendors by phone and face-to-face will be fairly constant and may be interruptive; Work may be stressful at times.

Do you have clearance to work?              

• Signing the Company non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements

• Acceptable results from a Company initiated background check

• Compliance with the federal Form I-9 completion timelines and policies and confirmation of employment authorization by the U.S. federal electronic system, E-Verify

  • All newly-hired employees are queried through the U.S. federal electronic employment verification system, E-Verify”.  Section 1 of the Form I-9 may be completed upon your acceptance of this job offer, but no later than your first day of employment.  On your first day, but no later than your third day, you will need to bring original documentation to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. 

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision available at little or no cost depending on coverage level.

• Paid Time Off – Includes vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays.

• 401(k), company matches up to 4%.

• Fun and flexible work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SolvIT’s employment practices and decisions are based on job qualifications, performance, and conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and conditions related to pregnancy), marital or veteran status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, misdemeanor arrest record, sexual orientation, transgender status, or any other legally protected status.