Software Engineer

• Design, build, and maintain modern web, mobile and desktop applications using contemporary development practices.
• Develop and support scalable backend APIs and services for data-driven workflows.
• Design, maintain, and optimize relational and non-relational data systems.
• Apply established design patterns, Git workflows, and code review practices consistently.
• Write and maintain unit tests to support continuous integration and build stability.
• Document code, architecture, and technical decisions clearly.
• Collaborate closely with architects, computational designers, and BIM specialists to support project and workflow needs.
• Provide guidance and support to junior developers.
• Identify opportunities for technical and process improvements.
• Support additional software development tasks as project goals evolve.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to developers across all levels and foster a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Identify and implement process improvements and recommend technical solutions to improve system performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Take ownership of significant features, initiatives, and critical systems, providing technical leadership from conception through deployment.
• Support additional software development and integration tasks as needed to meet evolving project goals.

• Working knowledge of modern front-end development technologies, including JavaScript/TypeScript, React, .NET Blazor, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with React/Next.js or other modern frameworks.
• Experience with source control systems and issue-tracking tools.
• Experience with backend development using Node.js or .NET Core.
• Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and JSON-based data exchange.
• Experience deploying applications to cloud platforms such as Azure, GCP or Vercel.
• Experience with Mobile development.
• Experience working in agile or iterative delivery environments.
• Interest or background in the AEC domain.
• Experience with modern UI frameworks or component libraries.
• Exposure to AI or machine-learning concepts and tools., * Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Los Angeles, CA}: $88,953 - $127,075 {San Francisco, CA}: $100,555 - $143,650 {Denver, CO}: $85,085 - $121,550 {Chicago, IL}: $85,085 - $121,550 {Boston, MA}: $92,820 - $132,600 {New York City, NY}: $96,688 - $138,125 {Seattle, WA}: $92,820 - $132,600

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We are seeking a Software Engineer to join the Data-Driven Design (D3) team within HDR's Architecture Business Group. In this role, you will design and build web applications that support planning, design, and decision-making across architectural projects. You will contribute to scalable front-end and back-end systems, support structured data workflows, and help integrate AI-driven tools into our design platforms. Your work will directly support how our teams explore ideas, evaluate options, and deliver high-quality outcomes for clients. The ideal candidate is a strong, hands-on developer who takes ownership of features from concept through deployment. You are comfortable working within modern web frameworks, collaborating in code reviews, and contributing to reliable CI/CD workflows. You will partner closely with architects, computational designers, and BIM specialists to translate real-world design challenges into practical, well-engineered solutions. This is an opportunity to grow your technical expertise while contributing to innovative tools that advance HDR's design practice., HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.