Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

This Software Engineer role focuses on building and maintaining the core application logic for a flagship software platform, working across both front-end and back-end technologies in support of ongoing product modernization efforts. You will identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and bottlenecks to improve application quality, responsiveness, and reliability. You will also support testing and quality assurance activities by developing test strategies, coordinating testing, and following industry best practices, while collaborating closely with product owners, engineers, and business users to translate customer needs into robust technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application logic for a flagship software platform across front-end and back-end components.

• Contribute to ongoing product modernization efforts by implementing modern frameworks, tools, and development practices.

• Identify bugs, performance issues, and bottlenecks, and implement solutions that improve application quality, responsiveness, and reliability.

• Support testing and quality assurance efforts by developing test strategies and coordinating testing activities.

• Follow industry best practices for software testing, defect tracking, and quality assurance.

• Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and business users to translate customer needs into technical solutions.

• Continuously enhance the product by implementing new features and improving existing functionality based on stakeholder feedback.

• Work effectively in a full stack environment, handling both front-end and back-end development tasks.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to planning, estimation, and continuous improvement of the development process.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft .NET (C#).

• 3+ years of experience with modern web technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Blazor.

• 3+ years of experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Strong understanding of Agile practices and methodologies.

• Experience with test and defect management tools such as Jira or ALM.

• Ability to work as a full stack developer, handling both front-end and back-end development.

• Experience designing and consuming REST APIs.

• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) for application development or deployment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience contributing to modernization of legacy or flagship platforms.

• Experience in troubleshooting performance issues and optimizing application responsiveness and reliability.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including product owners, engineers, and business stakeholders.

• Comfort working in environments that emphasize best practices in testing, defect tracking, and continuous improvement.

• Experience in domains involving HVAC systems is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

The role offers a preference for onsite work in La Crosse, providing opportunities for close collaboration with the local engineering and product teams. Remote work may be considered for candidates with strong, relevant experience who can collaborate effectively across distributed teams. The environment supports full stack development using Microsoft .NET (C#), modern web technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Blazor, and data solutions leveraging SQL and NoSQL databases. The team follows Agile practices and uses tools like Jira or ALM for test and defect management, with a strong focus on product modernization, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of La Crosse, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 La Crosse,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.