Who we are:
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more. If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.
The Position:
The position is for a back-end software developer who will support development of our Virtual Rack product; Virtual Rack is a new product that virtualizes our existing IFES (In-Flight Entertainment System) to enable developers to test and integrate new IFES features without the need for a physical IFES. This includes virtualization of the Virtual Smart Monitor, overall performance improvements for the existing Virtual Rack infrastructure, Flight simulator integration, adding support for media metadata, and supporting new AWS-based Mikrotik infrastructure.
As a Backend Software Developer on the Automation DevOps and Tools Team, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining the backend systems that power our automation infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, DevOps specialists, and QA engineers, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of our products.
- Collaborate with the Automation, DevOps and Tools team to design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems using Golang and Python.
- Develop APIs and microservices to support various automation workflows and integrations.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality and maintainability.
- Integrate third-party tools and services into our automation infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the backend systems, collaborating with the team to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in backend development and automation tools, bringing new ideas and technologies to the team.
- Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
The salary wage range of $90,000 – $151,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with at least 6 years’ experience.
- Proven experience as a Backend Developer, working on complex projects with Golang and Python.
- Solid understanding of backend development principles, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
- Proficient in working with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
- Experience with automation and DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile development methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and debug complex systems.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
- Knowledge of other programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Node.js) is a plus.
Our Principles:
Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude
What we offer:
At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- We offer flexible remote work options depending on your role. Where possible, we offer fully remote or hybrid work opportunities.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a paid company-wide shut down in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1
- Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.
All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements, regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19. Where permitted by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption based on a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in accordance with applicable law. At those locations where requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on applicable law.
Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporation.
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