Associate Software Engineer

Lead the Way to Intelligent Banking with Us!

You might not think about what happens behind the scenes when you check your bank balance or deposit a check from your phone but we do. Every day.

Kinective empowers banks and credit unions to move beyond keeping up with technology to shaping the future of banking. Our platform seamlessly connects the right tools delivers real-time data and drives smarter operations for more than 4000 financial institutions nationwide. We are a fast-growing team built on individual ownership company-wide collaboration and setting industry-leading standards. Here new ideas are encouraged candid feedback is welcomed and your growth truly matters as much as the companys. At Kinective we are leading the way to intelligent banking together and enjoying the journey along the way.

Why This Role Matters

Every role at Kinective exists to move the needle for our clients partners and the financial institutions we serve. As the Associate Software Engineer you will contribute to building and maintaining reliable software that helps Kinective deliver intelligent banking solutions enabling financial institutions to operate more efficiently and serve their customers with confidence.

You will take ownership of assigned stories bug fixes and technical tasks while partnering with engineers architects QA product and support to turn priorities into well-tested maintainable results.

What youll own

Build and maintain software

Implement modular maintainable code in software applications by following technical design documents and sprint stories.

Maintain existing product lines through functional enhancements bug fixes code optimization and related improvements with appropriate guidance.

Create and update unit or integration tests investigate defects and escalate risks or blockers early.

Collaborate through Agile delivery

Participate in planning refinement estimation stand-ups retrospectives and code reviews to support predictable delivery.

Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical partners to clarify requirements share progress and deliver solutions.

Assume ownership of assigned feature stories and tasks while seeking feedback from senior engineers and the System Architect.

Learn and apply engineering practices

Build practical knowledge of the software development life cycle Agile practices object-oriented design microservices and relational and non-relational databases.

Adapt to new technologies in support of project needs and direction from senior engineers and the System Architect.

Develop solution-focused proofs of concept or technical evaluations when requested and communicate appropriate recommendations.

Support quality documentation and customers

Keep technical documentation current as requirements and sprint deliverables change.

Provide second-level support for technical support staff by helping investigate customer issues and contributing to root-cause resolution.

Share knowledge participate in cross-training and contribute to a respectful collaborative team environment.

How Well Measure Success

Delivering assigned stories enhancements and bug fixes with quality and within agreed sprint commitments.

Demonstrating steady growth in software development practices and familiarity with the systems supported by the team.

Participating constructively in code reviews Agile ceremonies technical discussions and cross-functional collaboration.

Troubleshooting with resourcefulness and attention to detail asking for help when appropriate and communicating risks early.

Keeping tests and documentation current while helping the team provide reliable support for customers.

Success here isnt about checking boxes its about propelling Kinectives mission to lead the way to intelligent banking. You must bring excellence to your craft balance resourcefulness with respect share and celebrate unique expertise and diverse perspectives and continuously raise the bar as we innovate and grow.

Necessary Qualifications & Competencies

Bachelors degree in computer science software engineering or a related field or equivalent practical experience.

02 years of professional experience building maintaining or troubleshooting software in a production environment.

Working knowledge of Java PHP MySQL and Python.

Experience using Git for source control branching and collaborative development.

Foundational understanding of object-oriented programming the software development life cycle and Agile practices.

Basic knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.

Ability to follow a technical design document and implement code from written stories and tasks.

Ability to troubleshoot issues under time-sensitive conditions while maintaining attention to detail.

Clear communication skills and a willingness to learn receive feedback and collaborate across teams.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with JavaScript.

Exposure to AWS services and cloud-based application environments.

Experience using Jira for work tracking and team collaboration.

Understanding of CI/CD practices and automated delivery pipelines.

Pay Benefits & Total Rewards

$82000$97000with 10% bonus potential

Only applicants residing in the state of CO will be considered

The salary range listed reflects the minimum and maximum for this role. Individual compensation is based on experience qualifications job-related skills location and internal equity and most offers are not made at the top of the range.

Base pay is one part of Kinectives Total Rewards package. Depending on the role employees may also be eligible for bonuses commissions or equity. All employees have access to a competitive benefits package designed to support health well-being and financial security including:

Comprehensive health coverage (medical dental vision prescriptions life & disability)

Flexible PTO 11 company holidays and generous parental and caregiver leave

An immediately vested 401(k) with company contributions

Wellness resources and professional development opportunities

If youve made it this far wed love to hear from you. Click Apply to start the conversation even if youre not sure you check every box. Learn more about Kinective at .

Please note that this role does not currently offer sponsorship opportunities.