Software Engineer
Job Description
GCOM Software is hiring a Software Engineer in Albany, NY (onsite). This role focuses on building reliable software that supports business operations and user needs, with opportunities to work across backend services, APIs, testing, and the full software development lifecycle. If you enjoy turning technical requirements into practical, maintainable implementations, this position offers a clear path to contribute and grow.
Compensation: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year (suggested annual salary range $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience, technical expertise, responsibilities, and the employer’s approved compensation structure).
What you’ll get
- Relocation assistance
- Visa sponsorship
- Vision insurance
- In-person work location
Potential benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, retirement savings options, and professional development opportunities. Actual compensation and benefits must be confirmed by the employer.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications in line with project requirements
- Write clean, efficient, reusable, and maintainable code
- Analyze technical requirements and recommend practical implementation approaches
- Build application components, backend services, and APIs as needed
- Integrate software with databases, external services, and existing systems
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues
- Participate in code reviews and follow established engineering standards
- Develop and maintain unit tests, and support integration and regression testing
- Collaborate with developers, project managers, quality assurance teams, and business stakeholders
- Maintain technical documentation and communicate development progress
- Support application deployments, software releases, and ongoing maintenance
- Apply secure coding practices to improve reliability and scalability
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development workflows and engineering processes
Requirements
- Experience in software engineering, software development, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
- Understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and software design principles
- Familiarity with relational databases, SQL, and data modeling
- Experience with Git or another version control system
- Knowledge of software testing, debugging, and troubleshooting methods
- Understanding of API development and application integration
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a development team
Technologies
Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, Git, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience developing web applications, enterprise software, or backend services
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
- Experience with application monitoring, performance optimization, and secure software development
- Familiarity with containers, microservices, or distributed systems