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Associate Software Engineer

Red Hat

Hybrid
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Entry
$77k–$123kPosted 5d ago

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Job description

Red Hat is hiring a Associate Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Raleigh, NC role ($77k–$123k). Apply directly on Red Hat's careers page below.

Associate Software Engineer

Location: Raleigh, Boston, Lowell

Remote Type: Hybrid

Job Description

Job Summary

Red Hat Global Engineering is looking for an Associate Software Engineer who is intrigued by how things work and constantly looks for ways to make them better. In this role, you will not just be a tester, you will also be a developer who designs, automates, and finds creative ways to solve potential problems. You'll be required to interpret test requirements from customer use cases and develop innovative automated solutions for the testing of real-world customer workflows in test environments.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain test environments and automated test suites

  • Develop test cases in Python and maintain a thorough understanding of the functionality of our offerings

  • Ensure continued quality of existing features and assess the quality of newly developed and planned features a products strategic direction

  • Contribute to our test automation framework

  • Contribute to test tooling projects related to deploying test environments and infrastructure, automating test pipelines, reporting test results, etc.

  • Deliver clear status for testing areas in a timely manner

  • Explore, Identify and document new bugs clearly and accurately

  • Work in a fast-paced agile environment 

  • Work with other teams internally

Required Skills

  • Python experience

  • Experience with Linux or UNIX systems

  • Experience with Git or other source control technologies

  • Interest in testing and investigating how things work internally

  • Ability to coordinate and help others solve difficult problems

  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Ability to work on a fast-paced project

The following is considered a plus:

  • Understanding of container technologies like Docker or Kubernetes, any cloud (Aws/Azure/GCE) knowledge.

  • Configuration management, e.g., Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform, Chef, or Puppet, experience

  • Experience with continuous integration (CI) or CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Travis and creating test pipelines

  • Experience using or participating in open source projects

Red Hat will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The salary range for this position is $76,830.00 - $122,890.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. 

About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

Benefits
● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
● Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
● Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
● Retirement 401(k) with employer match
● Paid time off and holidays
● Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
● Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
● Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States. 

Inclusion at Red Hat
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.

Equal Opportunity Policy (EEO)
Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.


Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com. General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply. 

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat?

The estimated salary range for Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat is $77,000 - $123,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat?

The required skills for Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat include: Python, Linux, Unix, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Jenkins, GitLab CI.

What is the seniority level for Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat?

Associate Software Engineer at Red Hat is a Entry level position.

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