[US] Software Engineer III

Job Description

Job Description

Software Engineer III
Full Time - Hybrid
Cincinnati, OH

Innovate with Benchmark Gensuite as a Software Enginner III

Everyone wants to make the world a better place. We work to make it happen. By joining Benchmark Gensuite and exploring careers in the EHS, Sustainability, and ESG Disclosure Reporting space, you’ll be helping customers throughout the business community empower informed decision-making, improve employee safety, and lessen their environmental footprint while creating a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join us and help make the corporate world better for the planet and better for its employees.

Benchmark Gensuite jobs play a crucial role in helping develop our unified EHS, Sustainability, and ESG digital transformation software solutions that enable cross-functional performance excellence, enhance businesses’ sustainability efforts, and help them achieve their ESG goals. With our incredible global team, the collaborative spirit of our subscribers and partners, and the continuous innovation in exciting new technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and IoT, a career at Benchmark Gensuite means you will continuously use and evolve your skills to develop fresh ideas and initiatives. 

Benchmark Gensuite Benefits

At Benchmark Gensuite, your hard work is rewarded. We offer annual bonus programs, regular team-building events, and off-cycle reviews to promptly recognize and reward excellent performers. With engaging team activities including happy hours and exciting virtual events, we actively encourage our teams to connect and build a strong, supportive, and fun rapport! Our Benchmark Gensuite Team Member Networks, like the Respect for Diversity Group and the Sustainability Group, offer a safe and supportive space, bringing together team members who share a common identity and empowering them to voice their ideas and initiate action. Explore Benchmark Gensuite job openings and come join us as we combine our collective creativity and passion to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

About Benchmark Gensuite…  

Benchmark Gensuite® enables companies to implement robust, cross-functional digital systems for EHS, Sustainability, and ESG Reporting through a unified digital platform—locally, globally and across diverse operating profiles.
With intuitive, best-practice-based process functionality, flexible configurations, and powerful extensions, the Benchmark Gensuite® platform has helped companies worldwide manage their EHS, Sustainability; Quality; Operational Risk and Compliance; Product Stewardship, and Supply Chain Risks for over two decades; and now organically integrated with cutting-edge ESG disclosure reporting and management solutions. Join over 3 million users that trust Benchmark Gensuite® with their software system needs and benefit from rapid deployment and adoption, immediate return on investment (ROI), service excellence, and collaborative innovation.

Job Overview

Benchmark Gensuite is seeking a Software Engineer III to join our engineering team. This role involves designing and developing software applications using our core technology stack of Node.js backend services with React web and Flutter mobile front-end clients. The ideal candidate will perform coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the application development process while actively collaborating with the team and taking initiative on technical solutions.

Position Level: Software Engineer III

Experience Level: 4-6+ years of related software development experience
Reporting Structure: Reports to Engineering Manager
Team Interaction: Active collaboration with cross-functional teams
Work Style: Works independently and sets technical direction, demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness

Required Technical Skills

Backend Development

• Node.js Proficiency: 4+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js development
• API Development: Experience building RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL endpoints
• Database Knowledge: Working knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases
• Server-Side Technologies: Understanding of server architecture, middleware, and backend frameworks (Express.js, Fastify, etc.)
  

Frontend Development

• React Experience: 3+ years of experience with React.js, including:
  • Component lifecycle and state management
  • React Hooks and modern React patterns
  • State management libraries (Redux, Context API, etc.)
• Flutter Development: Experience with Flutter framework for mobile development:
  • Dart programming language proficiency
  • Cross-platform mobile app development
  • Understanding of Flutter widgets and state management

General Technical Requirements

• Version Control: Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Testing: Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and testing frameworks
• Debugging: Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the full stack
• Development Tools: Familiarity with modern development tools, IDEs, and build processes

AI & Emerging Technology

• AI-Assisted Development: Proficient with AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) to accelerate development and improve code quality
• LLM/API Integration: Experience integrating LLM APIs via AWS Bedrock into production applications
• Prompt Engineering: Working knowledge of prompt engineering fundamentals for building AI-driven features
• AI Agent Frameworks & RAG : Familiarity with AI agent frameworks, vector databases, or retrieval-augmented generation patterns (nice to have)

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Professional Experience

• 4-6+ years of professional software development experience
• Experience working in collaborative development environments
• Demonstrated ability to work on projects with moderate complexity

Key Responsibilities

Development & Technical

• Design and develop software applications using Node.js, React, and Flutter
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Perform thorough testing and quality assurance of developed features
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full technology stack
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Evaluate and integrate AI tooling into the development workflow to improve velocity and code quality

Collaboration & Leadership

• Actively collaborate with team members on technical solutions
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on the technology stack and development best practices
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical discussions
• Set technical direction and drive best practices across the team

Project Contribution

• Contribute to moderately complex aspects of projects
• Take initiative in problem-solving and solution development
• Work independently while maintaining team collaboration
• Support project planning and estimation activities

Desired Qualifications (Nice to Have)

Technical Skills

• Experience with AWS Cloud
• Knowledge of containerization via Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Understanding of mobile app deployment processes (App Store, Google Play)

Professional Skills

• Previous experience mentoring junior developers
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
• Open source contribution experience
• Technical writing and documentation skills

Success Metrics

Technical Performance

• Delivers high-quality code with minimal bugs in production
• Meets project deadlines and technical requirements
• Demonstrates continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies
• Shows initiative in identifying and solving technical challenges

Team Collaboration

• Provides valuable input in team discussions and technical reviews
• Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams
• Shares knowledge and supports team members
• Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Growth Opportunities

This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth including:

• Exposure to full-stack development across multiple platforms
• Opportunity to work on complex technical challenges
• Potential mentorship opportunities with junior team members
• Path toward Software Architect (Level IV) role
• Cross-training opportunities in different areas of the technology stack

Work Environment

• Collaborative team environment with experienced engineers
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects with varying complexity
• Access to modern development tools and technologies
• Professional development and learning opportunities

Questions about the position? Please contact our HR Team, at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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