Software Engineer, Tools & Services

WHO WE ARE 

At Basis, we empower agencies and brands with cutting-edge software that automates digital media operations. Our all-in-one platform supports seamless planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation across direct, programmatic, search, and social media.

We’re not just building advanced technology; we’re also building a culture where passionate, motivated individuals come together to drive meaningful change. Our commitment to inclusivity and growth ensures our employees thrive both professionally and personally.

With our headquarters in Chicago, we offer flexible work options across the U.S. and Canada, including remote, hybrid, or on-site at headquarters.

• Delivering timely results based on team's deadlines. 

• Designing clear, maintainable and scalable testing projects 

• Maintaining transparency and clarity about project testing through documentation and communication with stakeholders 

• Performing meaningful code reviews 

• Researching new technologies and their potential benefit to our projects 

• Being responsible for design and execution of a complex automated testing platform of a real-time, high-throughput ecosystem 

• Delivering optimized code and deal with interesting scalability challenges 

• Being the voice of quality in highly collaborative agile product teams. 

• Making sure that each deployment to production is of highest quality 

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals 

• 2+ years of Java, multithreading, micro-services architecture. 

• Coding skills and experience in Java, Spring, JUnit


• Understanding of Agile SDLC and CI/CD 

• Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported. 

• Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning. 

BONUS POINTS

• Bachelor’s degree or an advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering 

• Experience with creating testing backend automation solutions using Claude Code and Google Cloud Platform

• Excited by a fast-paced product development environment. 

$90,020 - $134,000 a year

Integrity in Hiring

At Basis, integrity is at the core of how we hire. To protect our candidates and our company, we verify identity, education, and employment history for all hires. Some roles may also require onsite or in-person interviews as part of the process. Any misrepresentation of identity, experience, or skills may result in removal from the hiring process or termination of employment. We value transparency and authenticity and expect the same from every applicant.

Anything Else?

Don’t have every skill listed? No problem! We know experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that aren't reflected in your resume, we encourage you to share them in an optional cover letter.

Life With Basis

We’re committed to our people’s growth and well-being because our success is tied to theirs. That’s why we’ve earned recognition as a top workplace, including: Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago. We offer competitive perks, including a flexible work week, 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, paid sabbaticals, generous parental leave, flexible work options, and more.

Basis is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, age, and beyond.

If you need assistance with interview accessibility, please contact talent.acquisition @basis.com. Your privacy is important to us, view our policy here .

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.