Location: New York,NY, USA
Ground Up - Software Developer / UX UI
Based on our growth, we are seeking a skilled Software Developer to grow with us as part of our
Marketing Team. The ideal candidate will drive results with the Director of Marketing
and contribute to the design and development of user-centric software applications. The talented
person in this role will play a key role in creating intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for
our software products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams,
including developers and product managers, to understand user needs, gather requirements, and
translate them into compelling design solutions. The primary focus will be on creating seamless
and engaging user experiences that align with industry best practices and our elevated design
standards.
About Ground Up
Ground Up is a premier footwear manufacturer retaining an integrated portfolio of licensed and
owned brands and has grown to be a leading supplier. The company s unique capability to design
and translate fashion trends offers a fresh perspective on licensed footwear. Ground Up was
created with the vision of fulfilling the need for fun, innovative products for the true brand
enthusiast. As our product entered the market, we found consumers wanting to express
themselves and their fandom in new, creative ways. Consumers connect with us through our brand
partnerships, giving them brands they love with a brand they now trust. Ground Up has become a
recognizable brand for the whole family that stands for elevated fashion and fun.
We aspire to have our teams embody our core values of:
Service
People
Teamwork
Opportunity
Results
Innovation
Trust
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop secure, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.
Collaborate with the Content Protection team to understand requirements and implement
eMective security measures.
Utilize Python3, SQL (PostgreSQL), JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3 to build and optimize
applications.
Engage in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure successful
project outcomes.
Implement and manage database operations, including CRUD functions, to support
application needs.
Contribute to the development and integration of APIs, ensuring seamless data exchange
between systems.
Maintain and enhance existing software solutions, ensuring they meet evolving security
standards.
Participate in code reviews, maintaining high standards of code quality and system
reliability.
User Research - Conduct user research to understand the target audience, their needs, and
pain points. Analyze and synthesize research findings to inform design decisions.
Plan and conduct usability testing to validate design decisions and identify areas for
improvement.
Analyze testing results and incorporate feedback into the design process.
Develop visually stunning and consistent user interfaces that align with our brand
guidelines.
Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure seamless implementation of designs across
multiple touch points
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
A minimum of 1-2 years of non-internship experience in software engineering.
Proficient in Python3, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming.
Experience with SQL (PostgreSQL), including designing and managing databases.
Solid foundation in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 for front-end development.
Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience with Retool front-end software for rapid UI prototyping.
Experience using Jira for project tracking.
Data science experience and its methodologies.
Knowledge of web scraping/crawler technologies, and ETL/ELT processes.
Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration.
Understanding of security principles and their application in software development and a
familiarity with security frameworks like OWASP.
Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Proficiency in Git/GitHub for version control.
Experience with Bash scripting in Linux environments.
Exposure to cloud services (primarily AWS, and Azure, Google Cloud experience are nice to
haves) and containerization technologies (Kubernetes).
Understanding of data formats (CSV, JSON, Excel) and their manipulation.
How to Apply
Please send your resume to ...@groundupintl.com to be considered, or use the easy apply function. Ground Up International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.