Software Development Engineer I-1

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

 

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For:

You will analyze, design, develop, and maintain software solutions for the organization’s products and systems. You will collaborate on system integrations of software and hardware to ensure optimal performance and program consistency. You will develops, validate, and test structures, user documentation, and software functionality. You will build systems, CI/CD, deployment, backups, Disaster Recovery, and security. Implement small/medium build ,CI/CD tasks, package, distribution, and backup plans. Work is reviewed for accuracy and adherence to established processes and guidelines.

***Role is required to be onsite in Lincolnshire, IL office (Hybrid- Minimum of 3 days in the office per week - M, Tu, Th). 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Designs, develops, and tests software components as part of a larger project.

• Code Quality & Collaboration: Actively participates in the development process, including managing pull requests and conducting code reviews.

• Testing & Troubleshooting: Creates and executes comprehensive software tests, analyzes results, and performs root cause analyses to resolve defects.

• Maintenance & Innovation: Maintains and upgrades existing software, enhancing current technologies to support new solutions.

• Problem Solving & Compliance: Recommends and implements solutions to complex issues while ensuring strict adherence to quality processes and standards.

• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to enhance team performance and overall productivity.

• Task Execution: Exercises sound judgment within defined procedures to manage routine work, new projects, and assignments under general guidance.

• Relationship Management: Builds productive working relationships, collaborating primarily within the immediate organization and occasionally handling cross-departmental or external customer communications.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Advanced Degree in relevant field is also acceptable

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with programming languages (Java required; Python and SQL preferred), operating systems, algorithms and software development frameworks

• Basic understanding of software development life cycles (e.g., Agile, Scrum)

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge building systems and deploying applications, preferably with CI/CD, Cloud, and infrastructure tools (Jenkins, Spinnaker, GCP, Kubernetes, Terraform)

• Previous relevant internship experience is highly preferred

***Role is required to be onsite in Lincolnshire, IL office (Hybrid- Minimum of 3 days in the office per week - M, Tu, Th).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com .

Pay Range:

$68,400.00 - $102,600.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 5% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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