Associate Software Engineer

Associate Software EngineerAt T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That's how we're UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!This role supports a platform engineering team that is modernizing existing platforms and building next-generation cloud-native solutions focused on scalability, reliability, automation, and operational efficiency. The Associate Software Engineer will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications and platform services that support highly available environments. The role provides exposure to modern technologies including Java, Kubernetes, cloud platforms, microservices, observability tools, search technologies, and AI-driven automation. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this individual will help deliver innovative software solutions while developing technical expertise in platform engineering and software development.This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office. Office locations include: Frisco, TX and Bellevue, WAJob Responsibilities:Develop and implement software solutions to meet customer requirements and support scalable, highly available environments.Design, build, test, and maintain software applications and platform services using modern software engineering principles.Develop applications and services using object-oriented programming languages, with Java preferred.Assist in the deployment and support of cloud-native applications utilizing containerization and Kubernetes technologies.Collaborate with platform, data, and engineering teams to develop automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual processes.Support AI and automation initiatives through the development of intelligent workflows, tools, scripts, or applications.Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of microservices-based architectures and distributed systems.Participate in monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization activities utilizing logging and observability platforms.Support the implementation of search, caching, and data retrieval technologies to improve application performance and scalability.Maintain clear and accurate documentation for software code, system designs, technical specifications, and business requirements.Collaborate with technical teams to deliver software solutions and communicate technical concepts effectively.Contribute to the understanding and application of current and emerging technologies to support business goals.Identify and share ideas for system analysis and continuous improvement of existing processes and services.Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed.Education and Work Experience:Bachelor's Degree OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Engineering (Preferred)Less than 2 years Technical engineering experience. (Preferred)Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Analytical ThinkingAnalyticsBusiness Requirements Documentation (BRD)CollaborationCommunicationCustomer ServiceProgramming LanguagesSoftware DevelopmentSource Code ManagementTechnical WritingProblem Solving and Technical TroubleshootingObject-Oriented Programming ConceptsSoftware Design FundamentalsData Structures and AlgorithmsREST API FundamentalsTesting and Debugging TechniquesVersion Control Tools (Git or similar)Ability to learn and apply new technologies in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work effectively in a team environmentPreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Java DevelopmentFull Stack Development FundamentalsKubernetes / Container OrchestrationCloud Computing Platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Microservices ArchitectureDistributed Systems ConceptsElasticsearch or Enterprise Search TechnologiesSplunk or Application Monitoring ToolsCaching TechnologiesArtificial Intelligence and Automation ConceptsAI Agent Development or Intelligent Workflow SolutionsContainerization Technologies (Docker or similar)CI/CD Pipeline ConceptsPlatform Engineering FundamentalsSoftware Observability and MonitoringExperience developing automation tools, scripts, or workflowsExperience gained through internships, academic projects, hackathons, research projects, or open-source contributions involving cloud, automation, or software engineering technologiesAt least 18 years of ageLegally authorized to work in the United StatesTravel: Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes, may require up to 5% travel based on business needs. DOT Regulated: DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): NoTotal Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $73,590 - $132,660 National Base Pay Range: $66,900 - $120,600The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate's actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee's eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. The incentive component included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflects target performance. Actual earnings included in the Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity reflect target performance; actual payouts may vary. At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile's amazing benefits, check out stop growing! As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn't have a corporate ladder–it's more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it's that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you're living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You're unstoppable! T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental