Software Engineer

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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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.