Software Engineer - Remote

As a Software Engineer at Lightcast, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that meet the needs of our clients. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and implement robust and scalable software solutions. This role requires a strong foundation in software development principles and the ability to contribute to the entire software development lifecycle. Applicants must currently reside in the United States. Currently, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements for software projects.
• Design and develop high-quality software solutions using established coding standards and best practices.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software to ensure high reliability and performance.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, identify areas for improvement, and provide constructive feedback.
• Document technical specifications, system designs, and processes to facilitate effective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, OR equivalent experience required
• 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering or related roles
• Strong academic performance or relevant coursework/projects may compensate for limited professional experience
• Proficient in TypeScript/JavaScript, PHP, and Python
• Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms
• Backend experience with Node, PHP, and Python
• Familiar with web development frameworks and technologies (React, Angular, Node.js)
• Skilled in relational databases and SQL
• Knowledge of version control systems and software development tools
• Experience with software testing principles and frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Jest)
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with focus on writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Effective collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams
• Ability to adapt to agile and fast-paced environments
• Demonstrates passion for software development and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions
• Applicants must currently reside in the United States. Currently, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) with offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India.  We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities. Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.