Software Engineer I/II (PaaS Engineering) (US-REMOTE)

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.Come make a difference with us!

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Job Location:REMOTE
Other Potential Locations:Remote US
Anticipated Start Date:06/16/2025
Number of Positions:1
Salary Range:$93,750-$206,250

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,750-$206,250plus bonus eligibility and other elements of our total rewards package. The range represents the amount bnsf | tech reasonably expects to pay for the position based on the level, scope, and responsibilities of the role. Individual compensation and level of position offered is determined by the hiring location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.In addition to base pay, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.Come make a difference with us!

The bnsf | tech departmentdrives innovation and efficiency by developing and maintaining advanced technological solutions across the network. This team ensures a robust IT infrastructure, supports critical applications, and enhances cybersecurity measures. Their expertise is essential in optimizing operations and enabling BNSF to deliver reliable, cutting-edge transportation services.

This is a full-timeposition. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

As a PaaS Engineer, you will:

• Assist in the creation and maintenance of scalable PaaS systems.

• Support the development and prototyping of new PaaS landscapes to meet business and technical requirements.

• Contribute to efforts to transition towards open-source equivalents.

• Develop in-house solutions under guidance.

• Receive mentorship and technical guidance from senior engineers.

• Participate in design sessions and code reviews to elevate engineering practices.

• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

• Identify and address bottlenecks and bugs, devising solutions to mitigate these issues.

• Implement and manage testing processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

• Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the software lifecycle to solve complex problems.

Basic Qualifications:

• I am CURRENTLY authorized to work in the US.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 1-3 years of experience in data and software engineering.

• Good knowledge of programming languages Java, Python, Terraform

• Familiarity with technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, SQL Server,

• Familiarity with content management and streaming platform such as Cassandra, Kafka, IBM MQ, AMQ, Informatica, SharePoint, FileNet, OpenText.

• Familiarity with open-source data platforms such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, Alfresco, Nuxeo, Apache NiFi, Apache Airflow, and RabbitMQ.

• Basic understanding of cloud services and experience in deploying and managing applications in cloud environments leveraging AWS native platforms.

• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

• Problem-solving ability and a willingness to learn and grow.

• Basic understanding of developer tooling across the software development lifecycle.

• Familiarity with testing methodologies.

• Understanding of event-driven and microservices architecture patterns.

• Experience working in an Agile environment.

• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively.

• Assist in developing and optimizing data pipelines for AI and ML models.

• Participate in data preprocessing and transformation processes to ensure datasets are high-quality and accessible.

• Collaborate with data scientists to understand model requirements and support data infrastructure improvements.

• Support the implementation of security protocols, including encryption, authentication, and authorization.

• Participate in security audits and vulnerability assessments.

• Learn and assist in developing policies for data protection and access control.

Preferred Qualifications:

• If offered a position by BNSF, I will NOT IN THE FUTURE require BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, through preparation of a training plan, or otherwise) to obtain employment-based nonimmigrant status, such as H-1B or TN, or other authorization to work at BNSF, such as through STEM OPT.

• Experience in PaaS environments.

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools.

• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits includingparental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visitBenefits.

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All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing theHiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.More information is available athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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