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Software Engineer I

Security Benefit

Full-time

Topeka, KS

Job description

Philip J. Boren, a division of Forward Solutions, is a manufacturer’s sales and marketing agency headquartered in Bellevue, WA, specializing in retail sales, consulting, marketing, and brand development. Now in our 58th year, we embody the best of old and new in an established agency with “start-up” nimbleness and opportunity for growth, including a competitive salary, a full benefits package including 401K, incentive pay, and flexible work program.

Job Summary:

Philip J. Boren is looking for a passionate, organized, and driven individual to join our skilled team as a Software Developer.

The Software Developer develops, test, deploy, and maintain the services that transform raw retail data into meaningful insight for brands selling on Amazon, Costco, Wayfair, and other channels. The role focuses on hands-on Python development in Azure, building data pipelines and integrations that power internal dashboards and decision-making tools.


Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Build, test, deploy, and maintain Python services in Azure to support business needs
  • Scope, document, and test solutions across each phase of the development lifecycle
  • Integrate third-party APIs (e.g., Amazon Seller/Vendor Central) with internal databases
  • Monitor performance, review logs, and resolve errors to ensure uptime and data accuracy
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to translate requirements into clean, maintainable software
  • Automate repetitive tasks and keep the continuous-integration pipeline healthy

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Python (PowerShell a plus)
  • Experience with Azure serverless services and micro-service architectures
  • Strong understanding of source control and CI/CD workflows
  • Competence in web scraping/data ingestion techniques
  • Proven Microsoft Fabric experience

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
  • Three or more years of relevant software-development experience


The ideal candidate will be available to physically work in our Bellevue, WA. office, but Philip J. Boren will also consider remote candidates.


Benefits and Perks of Working at PJB:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • PTO & Paid Holidays
  • 401K with company match
  • Remote and hybrid working options available
  • Flexible work schedules


The Company:

Forward Solutions is a group of service companies that help clients in evolving markets grow their business and expand into new channels. Our team of over 450 experienced professionals provides manufacturers and distributors with the power of outsourced sales, marketing, and customer support services. Our divisions combined have expertise in facility maintenance, cleaning, hygiene, food service disposables, food service equipment, industrial/MRO, utility, telecom, safety, construction, and packaging supply channels.

Forward Solutions is a growing private company consisting of service brands: Avision™, C3 Team™, Curate®, Electrix360™, OneSolution™, RelyPak®, Philip J. Boren, StruXur® and Xpand Demand™.


Why Should You Apply?

  • Competitive industry pay and bonus program
  • Great benefits
  • Positive and fun team environment
  • Career growth opportunities