> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/809214-software-engineer-i](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/809214-software-engineer-i). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer I - **Company:** Parker Hannifin Corp. - **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $72,650.0 - $121,050.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Test Scripts, Information Technology, Software Performance - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17153499/Software-Engineer-I-California-Irvine ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree (BS) (or Professional Engineer (PE) certificate) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Professional entry level position. May have limited prior industry experience or have worked with direction in student internship programs. * Fundamental knowledge of software engineering domain principles, concepts, and techniques. * General knowledge of industry products, customers, and related legal/regulatory requirements. * Fundamental knowledge of and use of basic software engineering design and analysis tools. * Develops familiarity with products and customer specifications and standards applicable to assigned product line or system. * Ability to communicate status of technical tasks and actions taken with clarity and precision. * Ability to work with general direction and instruction regarding the scope of assignments; determines the priority and order of assignments; and applies judgment in selecting procedures and techniques. * Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals and reports. Ability to present findings and information in both formal meetings and informally within and across Parker teams. ## Description Researches, analyzes, designs, and tests software parts, processes, or systems to develop new and/or improve core products. Develops and recommends solutions for technical project assignments using fundamental principles of software and electrical engineering disciplines. Scope/Supervision and Interaction: ____ Has Direct Reports __x__ Does Not Have Direct Reports Interaction is primarily within Parker and core team or cross-functional internal teams. Responsibilities * Collaborating in a team environment develops assigned portions of design by analyzing specifications and performance requirements. Performs routine design and supports development of assigned software products by applying basic engineering principles and established analytical tools. * Investigates software product development factors such as software performance, modularity, maintainability, ease of reuse, contractual specification requirements, and change proposals. * Completes defined technical tasks (e.g. modify product functional specifications, architecture and detailed design; define data elements and structure; analyze and interpret test reports). Develops reports and documentation in response to technical information requests. * Conducts routine reviews, analysis and/or tests to evaluate software product designs, methods, or processes and completes required technical documentation by applying engineering principles and company standards, and generating reports, procedures, or change proposals as required. * Provides technical information for review with product engineering and design review teams. Consistently applies established engineering practices, standards, and documentation methods. Contributes to supporting documentation for procedures and technical reports. * Adopts lean product development and standard engineering development and techniques. * Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and/or participating in professional associations. * Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities. 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