Build your future with Sovos.
If you're seeking a career where innovation meets impact, you've come to the right place. As a global leader, Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth while revolutionizing how businesses navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape.
At Sovos, we're dedicated to more than just solving compliance challenges - we're committed to making a positive and lasting difference in everything we do. Our teams operate on the modern edge of digital technology, working not only to solve complex business challenges but also to enrich our personal, professional, and local communities.
Our purpose-built systems provide the tools you need to thrive in a world where governments demand increased visibility, faster reporting and greater control over business processes. Excited about the possibilities? So are we!
Don't worry if you don't check all the boxes - apply anyway! We're focused on hiring the right people, not just the "right" resume. It's not about what you've done elsewhere; it's all about what you're capable of doing here.
The Work You'll Do:
As a Software Engineer at Sovos, you'll be instrumental in building the next generation of tax compliance solutions that power global commerce. Working within our agile development teams, you'll apply systematic approaches to develop, deliver, and maintain software products that serve half of the Fortune 500 and thousands of businesses worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with talented professionals across different time zones and cultures.
You'll be empowered to grow from executing individual tasks to becoming a technical consultant in your areas of expertise, all while working on solutions that directly impact how businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes across 100+ countries.
More specifically, you will:
Actively participate in all SDLC activities including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand Ups, Story Time, and retrospectives, contributing to ccontinuous improvement of team processes
Develop high-quality code using Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Integration (CI) practices, ensuring robust and scalable solutions
Complete individual tasks independently while collaborating effectively with Product Managers, Product Owners, Quality Assurance, Experience Design, and technical staff to refine requirements and deliver value
Participate in cross-functional teams to deliver solutions from inception through customer delivery, gaining exposure to the full product lifecycle
Pair program effectively with both junior and senior developers, fostering knowledge sharing and code quality across the team
Build expertise in at least one technical specialty (Database, SAP, Web Development, Cloud Technologies) while developing competency in Sovos applications
Maintain and update technical documentation, ensuring knowledge is preserved and shared across the organization
Triage and resolve engineering escalations, developing problem-solving skills through real-world challenges
Collaborate with team members to solve complex problems using AI-powered development tools and modern engineering practices
Troubleshoot issues and bugs within your application area, contributing to system stability and customer satisfaction
What We Need From You
BA/BS Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical software engineering experience
6-12 months of professional software development experience or relevant internship experience
Strong foundation in software development principles and eagerness to learn new technologies
Ability to interact effectively with teammates, colleagues, and customers across different cultures and time zones
Capability to comprehend and communicate complex technical concepts clearly
Strong analytical skills to concentrate on and resolve
