Job Specifications
Description
We are seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development and maintenance of internal and customer-facing applications. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who has a strong foundation in software development and is eager to learn through hands-on experience and mentorship. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience and must be willing to be onsite 5 days per week in Lansing, MI.
Responsibilities
Application Development
Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications and APIs
Implement features based on clear requirements and guidance from senior team members
Write clean, readable, and maintainable code
Fix bugs and address technical issues in existing applications
Backend & API Development
Support the development of RESTful APIs
Implement basic validation, error handling, and business logic
Work with relational databases to read and update data using SQL
Learn best practices for security, performance, and data integrity
Frontend Development
Build and update user interface components using modern frontend frameworks
Integrate frontend components with backend APIs
Follow established UI and coding standards
Participate in UI reviews and feedback cycles
Collaboration & Learning
Collaborate with Business Analysts and Project Managers during planning and refinement
Participate in code reviews and team discussions
Ask questions, seek feedback, and apply learnings consistently
Document code changes and technical decisions as needed
Quality & Maintenance
Write and update end-to-end test using Playwright
Help troubleshoot defects in development and production environments
Follow established processes for deployments and releases
Learn to identify and reduce technical debt over time
Required Qualifications
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (required)
0–2 years of professional or equivalent practical experience
Foundational knowledge of at least one programming language (C#, JavaScript, or TypeScript)
Basic understanding of web development concepts (HTTP, APIs)
Familiarity with relational databases and basic SQL
Experience using version control systems (Git)
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to Vue.js, React, or similar frontend frameworks
Exposure to ASP.NET Core / Minimal APIs
Exposure to SQL Server
What We Look For
Willingness to learn and improve
Attention to detail
Ability to follow guidance and ask clarifying questions
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering busin