Software Engineer I

Software Engineer IVarsity Spirit, a Varsity Brands company - the driving force in spirit across cheer, dance, band and yearbook.For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit's 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.Our Commitment to SafetyAt Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants' physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements.Work Type: On-siteLocation: Memphis, TNHow You Will Make an Impact:Varsity Spirit supports a portfolio of modern applications and digital services that power key parts of the spirit experience, from product configuration and ordering to delivery and customer engagement. These applications work together through scalable, API-driven integrations and shared capabilities, enabling faster innovation, improved user experiences, and more efficient business operations.What You Will Do:Contributes to delivery of platform features and backend services that power critical business and customer experiencesBuilds foundational capability to support scalable, cloud-based engineering environmentsEstablishes a pipeline of engineering talent aligned to Varsity Spirits' long-term platform strategyWrite, test, and debug code for applications, backend services, and APIsContribute to development of features and services within established architecture and engineering standardsParticipate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code qualityTroubleshoot and resolve development and lower-environment issues, applying sound judgment to determine appropriate solutionsCollaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to deliver functional and reliable softwareFollow established development workflows, security practices, and engineering standardsContribute to documentation and knowledge sharing to support team effectivenessContinuously build understanding of platform architecture, service interactions, and system design principlesDevelop working knowledge of platform services, system interactions, and engineering patterns to support future growth into independent ownershipKey Performance Indicators:Quality and reliability of code delivered (defect rates, rework)Timely completion of assigned work and deliverablesAbility to troubleshoot and resolve issues with increasing independenceAdoption and consistent use of engineering standards and development practicesDemonstrated growth in technical capability and system understandingQualifications:Technical KnowledgeFoundational knowledge of software engineering principles, including object-oriented programming and data structuresBasic understanding of APIs, application architecture, and databasesFamiliarity with modern development environments and toolsTechnical SkillsAbility to write, test, and debug code in at least one programming language (.Net preferred)Foundational understanding of:RESTful APIsSQL and data handlingVersion control systems (Git-based tools)Cognitive & Problem-Solving AbilitiesApplies logical reasoning to solve defined technical problemsExercises independent judgment in selecting approaches within established guidelinesIdentifies issues and escalates appropriately when neededCollaboration & CommunicationCommunicates effectively within team environmentsActively participates in team collaboration and development processesIncorporates feedback to improve performance and outputLearning AgilityDemonstrates ability to quickly learn new technologies and toolsAdapts to evolving engineering practices and environmentsEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience0-2 years of relevant experience (internships, academic projects, or early career roles)Physical Demands and/or Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. The company does not sponsor H-1B visas and will not provide sponsorship now or at any time in the future for this role.Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.#LI-JF1Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.Join the Best Team in Sport & SpiritAt Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.Our ValuesService - We lead with heart. We champion community.Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.Our BenefitsWe are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:Comprehensive Health Care BenefitsHSA Employer Contribution/ FSA OpportunitiesWellbeing Program401(k) plan with company matchingCompany paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term DisabilityGenerous My Time Off & Paid HolidaysVarsity Brands Ownership ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsAccess to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit UnionSt. Jude Partnership & Volunteer OpportunitiesEmployee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.