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Software Engineer II
TFL, a leading live entertainment and technology company, has a fantastic opportunity for a talented and driven Mid-Level Software Engineer to bolster our team.
As a Software Engineer II, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile setting to deliver high-quality products that meet customer needs and business objectives. You will be seasoned in software development, capable of contributing to complex projects, and adept at front-end and back-end technologies. At TFL, you'll engage in a spectrum of tasks from enhancing user interfaces to optimizing our comprehensive back-end systems, playing a crucial role in advancing our ticketing solutions.
For a software engineering professional who is enthusiastic about innovation in the ticketing industry and eager to escalate their career trajectory, you should consider this position. Be part of a team that's reshaping the event experience for fans nationwide. We're eager for you to be part of the TFL transformation!
About TFL
At TFL, we are passionate about creating Memories For Life® for sports fans, music lovers and event goers across the country. We work directly with sports properties, professional teams, college athletic departments, venues, fans, and partners to improve the event going experience and drive event attendance. Our unique distribution model creates quick and convenient access for event goers across the country and ensures that teams and rights holders maximize fan access and event revenue.
As a Top 10 ticket reseller in the country, Tickets For Less offers employees a front row seat into the ever-evolving ticketing industry. On top of that, we love to have fun! From an open and inviting work environment to multiple staff perks, Tickets For Less is a great place to work.
With our headquarters located in the greater Kansas City-area, Tickets For Less is proud to celebrate nearly 20 years of providing high-rated service to the local community. Recently named to the KC Business Journal's Top 150 Private Companies List, we have achieved tremendous growth post-pandemic.
Responsibilities & Job Duties (include, but are not limited to)

• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect robust solutions that align with user needs and business objectives.
• Design, develop, and optimize high-quality software applications, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Enhance user interface aesthetics and functionality for our digital platforms, ensuring optimal user engagement.
• Drive the evolution of our back-end systems and APIs, which are foundational to our sophisticated ticketing infrastructure.
• Mentor junior engineers, overseeing code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality, efficiency, and maintainability.
• Work in tandem with Quality Assurance to refine our offerings, addressing bugs and performance bottlenecks swiftly.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements to infuse cutting-edge solutions into our products and services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, complemented by industry experience.

• 3-6 years of demonstrated software engineering work experience.

• Proficient in advanced software development concepts, algorithms, and data structures.
• Mastery of object-oriented programming languages such as C#.
• Expertise in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue) is expected.
• In-depth knowledge of server-side technologies and database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with Cloud Computing Services (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS).
• Demonstrated problem-solving prowess and a track record of swiftly mastering new technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with a proclivity for teamwork and collaborative environments.
• Prior experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) is essential.
• A passion for solving problems and eagerness to contribute meaningfully to the company's objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Microsoft .NET technology stack (C#, MVC .NET, ASP.NET, et al)
• Experience in PHP
• Experience in front-end technology stacks (Javascript, React, Svelte, SCSS with experience in Tailwind, Webpack, et al)
• Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or AWS Cloud Computing Platform
• Experience with Linux
• Experience with Elastic
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience in deployment automation and IaC (infrastructure as code)
• Familiarity with the event ticketing industry

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary performance bonuses
• 401k with company match
• Unlimited vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid maternity leave

Perks

• $1,000 employee ticket credit
• Company outings to local live events, including Suite tickets to Kansas City's premier events
• Company kitchen including daily complimentary breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks for employees
• Employee referral program
• Casual dress code