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Assoc Software Engineer

Consumers Energy
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Jackson
1 Energy Plaza Dr (Show on map)
Jun 18, 2025
Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. Location: This position is onsite minimally 3 days a week at One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). The interview process for this position will consist of both a panel interview as well as technical interview/assessment This position is not open to sponsorship General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Associate Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications and systems. This role involves utilizing programming languages and development tools to build solutions that align with user needs and business objectives. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams including other developers, designers, and product managers to ensure software is functional, scalable, and reliable. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work collaboratively with other developers in an agile team environment to refine technical skills Write basic code independently and apply clean coding principles as appropriate Work with at least one common programming language Apply a test-first coding approach, write simple code, debug, fix bugs, and perform basic testing Learn and develop intricate software solutions using modern technologies and best practices Maintain and support end-to-end solutions, including addressing production bugs Utilize foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming and/or functional paradigms Other duties as assigned or may be necessary Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain and update technical documentation (e.g., ReadMe files) Business value-focused mindset with an understanding of broader impact Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment Understanding of software development principles and best practices in coding Awareness of basic architectural concepts and standards Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in computer, engineering or related discipline with relevant coding experience [OR] Associate's degree in computer, engineering or related discipline with two (2) or more years of relevant coding experience [OR] High School Diploma/GED with four (4) or more years of relevant coding experience Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service. What we offer: Competitive compensation packages Medical, Dental and Vision 401k with company match Paid parental leave Up to 13 paid Holidays Paid time off Educational Assistance Program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.