Associate Software Engineer

Atmosphere is the leading streaming TV platform built specifically for businesses. Unlike ad networks or signage companies, Atmosphere is the only true TV company whose first priority is to entertain television audiences outside of the home. Our content is designed to be fun, engaging, and worth watching, transforming waiting rooms, gyms, bars, and restaurants into better experiences for customers and better businesses for owners. We are the first and only company to think about both the business owner and their customers when creating TV content. With 60,000+ venues and a global audience of over 150 million monthly viewers, Atmosphere is redefining what TV means outside the living room. About the Role: We're looking for a motivated Associate Software Engineer to join our engineering team in a role focused on AI-augmented software quality. You'll work at the intersection of AI tooling and defect management - using AI to triage, patch, test, and deploy fixes across our stack. You'll collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to prioritize defects, own the testing and deployment of AI-implemented patches, and help monitor and manage triage workflows for the broader engineering organization. This is a hands‑on role where you'll be moving fast, learning the codebase deeply, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI-assisted development. This position will report to the Engineering Lead, and is on‑site in Austin, TX! Availability to be in‑office 4-5 days a week is required. Key Responsibilities: Triage and prioritize defects across the product, working with engineering and product teams to determine impact and urgency Leverage AI tools to generate patches for defects and iterate on solutions Own testing and validation of solutions - ensure fixes are correct, don't introduce regressions, and meet quality standards Deploy fixes through CI/CD pipeline and monitor production for issues post‑deploy Build and improve workflows for AI‑assisted defect resolution - document what works, what doesn't, and how to scale it Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineers, product, and stakeholders to understand defect patterns and prioritize effectively Be intrinsically motivated, naturally curious, and enjoy seeking out new problems Requirements: Bias towards simplicity 0‑2 years of software engineering experience Strong CS fundamentals including system design, data structures, and algorithms Daily use of AI across the entire development lifecycle (planning, design, coding, testing, deployment). Ability to read and understand code across multiple languages and frameworks Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills Excellent communication skills - you'll need to explain what you're finding and fixing to engineers and product stakeholders Nice to Haves: Experience with full‑stack codebases (backend APIs, frontend, mobile) Familiarity with TypeScript/NestJS, PHP/Laravel, or similar frameworks Experience writing automated tests (unit, integration, e2e) Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows Experience with bug tracking and triage systems Company Equity Company 401(k) with employer matching Competitive insurance plans Flexible Time Off Policy Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship now or in the future. Our Commitment to Diversity: Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. At Atmosphere, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where creativity, innovation, and teamwork matter most. If you're passionate about this role but your experience doesn't check every box, we still want to hear from you. You might just be the right fit for this or another role on our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr