Home Based Scientific Software Developer Jobs in Kent, WA

Lynden Incorporated is seeking a mid-level Software Developer II to join our SeaTac-based IT team. This role is ideal for a developer with 2+ years of hands-on Java experience who enjoys building practical software, solving business problems, and working in a collaborative team environment.  In this role, you’ll design, develop, test, implement, and support Java-based applications, integrations, APIs, and services for Lynden’s freight management systems. This is a hybrid position after training, with 2 days onsite in SeaTac and 3 days remote. This position is non-safety-sensitive and requires ongoing authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Want to build practical software that supports real-world transportation and logistics operations? We’re hiring! Join a stable, familyowned company with 40+ years of no layoffs and a collaborative, team-focused culture.

Who we are: 

Lynden is a family-owned transportation and logistics company helping customers balance speed and budget with shipping via air, land, or sea. Our corporate office, home to 190 employees, with 95 in IT, supports 15 Lynden companies and more than 2,500 employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Designs, develops, tests, implements, and maintains Java-based applications, integrations, APIs, and services throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Ensures delivery of high-quality software through clean, maintainable code, unit testing, code reviews, and adherence to established development, security, and change management standards.
• Works closely with customers, business analysts, and other developers to understand business requirements and deliver quality, cost-effective technical solutions that align with business objectives, IT strategy, and architectural standards.
• Participates in application and data architecture discussions and makes recommendations regarding new development, system enhancements, technology adoption, and buy-versus-build decisions.
• Troubleshoots and resolves application defects, performance issues, and production support incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Manages multiple assignments and projects simultaneously, establishing priorities and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.

Tech you’ll work with:

• Java 17+, Spring Boot, microservices, APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure/AKS, cloud-native applications, and freight management systems.

What’s In It for You:

• Discretionary bonus program
• Competitive wages + annual wage reviews
• Cell Allowance: $10 per month
• Two medical plans starting as low as $0/month
• Medical, dental and vision for your family for $222/month (HDHP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental health programs (in-office and virtual)
• 17 days Paid Time Off a year + additional paid extended leave. PTO increases with tenure
• 8 paid holidays each year
• 401(k) with company match + additional contributions
• No-cost Employee assistance program, life insurance, long term disability and AD&D
• Tuition Reimbursement program

• Mass transit reimbursement

• Career advancement through internal promotions

What We Need from You (required)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of software development experience.
• Experience developing Java 17+ applications using Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Experience building and deploying cloud-native applications in Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes, preferably Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• This role requires ongoing authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Your Schedule

• Hybrid schedule upon completion of training with 2 days onsite and 3 days offsite.
  • Working onsite from our office in SeaTac, WA
  • Onsite days are Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
  • This position is not eligible for relocation.

Why should you join us?

• We’re ethical and human. We don’t get everything perfect, but we try hard.  When we miss the mark, we own it and make it right.
• We work as a collaborative team built on respect and support.
• Our casual office includes an on-site gym, free parking and easy access to Link Light Rail.

Fine Print:

All employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check and preemployment drug screen, excluding marijuana where prohibited by law. Random drug testing does not include marijuana for nonsafetysensitive positions in Washington

Lynden Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status.