Software Engineer I

Software Engineer I

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.

The Software Engineer I analyzes, designs, develops, and maintains software solutions for the organization's products and systems. Collaborates on system integrations across software, firmware, and hardware to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and program consistency. Develops, validates, and tests software structures, automated tooling, user documentation, and core functionality. Work is reviewed for accuracy and adherence to established processes and guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completes all phases of software engineering design projects, including coding, debugging, testing, and deployment
• Collaborates with immediate and cross-functional team members to establish requirements, participate in code reviews, and build productive working relationships
• System Integration & Optimization: Serves as a key link between hardware and software, ensuring firmware and on-device software interact seamlessly with target hardware through data-driven performance analysis and feedback
• Intelligent Root Cause Analysis: Develops automated scripts, data analysis workflows, and tools to identify system performance anomalies and accelerate root-cause analysis on complex integration issues
• AI Tooling & Methodology: Actively explores, builds, and adopts modern AI-assisted development tools and machine learning methodologies to enhance engineering workflows and data analysis
• Conducts analysis of processes and systems, interpreting results and recommending potential solutions for software and system improvements
• Contributes to the development and testing of software solutions for various products, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and adherence standards
• Creates and maintains project documentation, including source code comments, design specifications, and test results
• Exercises sound judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions for problem-solving and solution delivery
• Stays up to date with emerging technologies, AI/ML tools, and software engineering methodologies, applying them to projects as needed.

This position requires hybrid work (3 days/week in office) in the Holtsville, NY office.

This position is expected to start in January 2027.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
• Relevant experience (academic projects, internships or industry experience) in software development or a related field
• Equivalency: Equivalent practical work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Zebra Technologies Internship
• Hands-on proficiency with core programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, or Java)
• Demonstrated experience applying AI/ML concepts or tools to solve practical problems (via academic coursework, internships, or substantial personal projects)
• Familiarity with data analysis and machine learning libraries/frameworks (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenCV)
• Exposure to low-level systems, embedded platforms, firmware, or hardware-software interfacing
• Familiarity with software development life cycles (Agile/Scrum), modern version control (Git), and automated CI/CD practices
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills.

Position Specific Information:

• Travel Requirements: Up to 15%

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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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.