Maritz Research Inc

Software Engineer II

Maritz Research Inc • $85K — $110K *
Fenton, MO 63026In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4-6 years of software engineering experience in technology-related fields.
  • Proficiency in web application frameworks, object-oriented and functional programming.
  • Experience with scalable web applications and RESTful services.
  • Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including ACID principles.
  • Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, OCI).
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diverse software development tasks across various environments.
  • Utilize AI coding tools to enhance code quality and development speed.
  • Conduct thorough code reviews for peers, emphasizing AI-generated code.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Mentor team members on the responsible use of AI tools in software development.
  • Identify and implement AI solutions to improve deployment and system reliability.
  • Lead post-mortem analysis on service interruptions and collaborate on incident response.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid parental leave and paid time off.
  • 401k plan with company contributions.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Year-end holiday closure to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
We are building a cloud-native, AI-forward technology organization. The Software Engineer II contributes to the development and delivery of software that supports Maritz technology, working closely with fellow engineers on the team. In this role, you will build and maintain application features and services, with a strong emphasis on AI-assisted engineering practices.

What You'll Be Doing

We are looking for a self-driven engineer who is energized by solving challenging technical problems and continuously improving how software is delivered and operated. You will work across codebases, cloud platforms and engineering toolchains, contributing to both project execution and operational reliability. The ideal candidate brings a foundation in systems or software engineering and a growth mindset toward emerging technologies, including AI-driven tooling.

80% - Software Engineering Project Support
  • Performs a broad range of development work, including complex and nonroutine tasks, across a variety of environments.
  • Uses AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude) to accelerate development and improve code quality and throughput.
  • Conducts thorough code reviews of peers' work - including AI-generated code - to ensure quality, security, and adherence to standards.
  • Actively participates in and helps facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
  • Mentors others on effective, responsible adoption of AI-assisted development tools.
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI and automation to improve deployment frequency and increase system reliability.


20% - Problem Solving & Operational Reliability
  • Responds to service interruptions and leads or contributes to root cause analysis during post-mortems.
  • Quickly identifies trends, anomalies, and failure patterns; recommends and implements workable solutions.
  • Champions a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and operational excellence within the team.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams during major incidents, ensuring clear communication, coordinated response, and timely stakeholder updates throughout the lifecycle of an event.


What You'll Bring
  • Experience developing and delivering software assets utilizing web application frameworks, object-oriented languages, functional programming techniques, design patterns, along with secure coding practices.
  • Experience developing scalable web applications, web-services, preferably REST
  • Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases. Solid understanding of core concepts such as ACID transactions, data retrieval, search, and persistence paradigms.
  • Strong triage skills - able to perform root cause analysis and make decisive calls under pressure.
  • Solid hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or OCI).
  • Ability to interpret and apply security requirements across infrastructure and software systems.
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude) to generate, review, and improve code.
  • Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated code and configurations for correctness, security, and performance.
  • Understanding of responsible AI use principles in an enterprise engineering context.
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technology-related field with 4-6 years of relevant experience. Equivalent practical experience demonstrating the required skills will be considered. Cloud platform, or AI-related certifications are a plus.


Things You Should Know
  • This is a hybrid role based in Fenton, MO (Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday).


DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!

View all details at: www.MaritzBenefits.com

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

About Maritz Research Inc

Maritz Research Inc is a market research company that provides customer experience and satisfaction research to businesses. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Fenton, Missouri. Maritz Research's services include survey design, data collection, and analysis. The company has worked with a variety of industries, including automotive, financial services, and healthcare. Maritz Research is a subsidiary of Maritz Holdings Inc.
Learn more about Maritz Research Inc
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Media
Founded
1894
* Ladders Estimates

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