Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 16, 2026.
Together we make breakthroughs possible.
At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation. At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’lllearn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world.
Why join OCLC?
OCLC is consistently recognized as a best place to work by several independent programs. We recognize and reward people and results with a comprehensive Total Rewards package. This means competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions-performance, experience, and skills-along with exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being.
We know the best ideas don’t always happen at a desk. Take a walking meeting around our 100-acre campus or enjoy lunch on the patio. We’re committed to your success-both personally and professionally. Hybrid work environment: For many roles, three days a week on-site, with occasional additional days based on business needs.
Free use of our on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room
Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC
Health and wellness events
Work environments with individual and team spaces and the latest technology tools
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships
Join us in transforming how people everywhere access information and be part of a mission-driven team that makes a global impact.
The job details are as follows:
As a Software Engineer you will help build a new platform from the ground up. You'll own features end to end - designing, developing, testing, and shipping them - and have genuine input into the architecture decisions that shape the product. You'll partner closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and refine what we build, and contribute to maintaining the existing systems that support it.Responsibilities:
- Independently write, test, and debug code.
- Collaborate with other team members to solve problems.
- Contribute to design discussions and code reviews.
- Develop and implement new features and functionalities.
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline, or equivalent work experience
- 2-4 years of relevant software development experience.
- Strong programming skills in one or more languages.
- Experience with Agile practices such as Kanban, continuous integration, and iterative delivery.
- Ownership mindset - takes initiative, exercises sound judgment within scope, and drives work to completion while collaborating effectively with the team.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of database systems.
- Experience integrating AI tools, frameworks, and concepts into the software development process.
- Experience with cloud platforms, AWS preferred.
Working Conditions: Normal office environment.
ADA/EAA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.