What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Developer position at Purvis Industries?
This is an onsite only role based out of Erie, PA.
For over 75 years, Purvis Industries is proud to be a family-owned and operated industrial distributor that does business the old-fashioned way: sell quality, top-tier manufacturers, know the products and the application challenges the products solve, and have the product available on the local branches' shelf. Today, the company has 101 locations in 17 states and is one of the largest independent bearing and power transmission distributors in the country. As we grow and continue to expand, our customers find that we stay true to what George Purvis told us more than 75 years ago: if you sell the best products, know the products and how to apply them, and keep those products on your shelf so you can take care of your customer, you will be successful. Let Purvis Industries show you how we put these principles into practice every day!
About The Role
We are seeking a motivated Software Developer to join our development team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with experienced engineers to design, build, and enhance internal tools, system integrations, and reporting solutions that support critical business operations.
Responsibilities
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For over 75 years, Purvis Industries is proud to be a family-owned and operated industrial distributor that does business the old-fashioned way: sell quality, top-tier manufacturers, know the products and the application challenges the products solve, and have the product available on the local branches' shelf. Today, the company has 101 locations in 17 states and is one of the largest independent bearing and power transmission distributors in the country. As we grow and continue to expand, our customers find that we stay true to what George Purvis told us more than 75 years ago: if you sell the best products, know the products and how to apply them, and keep those products on your shelf so you can take care of your customer, you will be successful. Let Purvis Industries show you how we put these principles into practice every day!
About The Role
We are seeking a motivated Software Developer to join our development team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with experienced engineers to design, build, and enhance internal tools, system integrations, and reporting solutions that support critical business operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and support APIs, internal tools, and automation solutions
- Write, optimize, and maintain queries against MS‑SQL databases
- Build and support business rules and integrations within the ERP system
- Contribute to Python‑based scripts and data processing workflows
- Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and deliver solutions
- Participate in code reviews, follow established development standards, and best practices
- Document code, technical decisions, and development processes
Required:
- 1–2 years of professional software development experience (internships and co‑ops included)
- Experience developing and consuming REST APIs
- Strong SQL skills, including writing queries, joins, and working with relational data
- Proficiency in C#, including the ability to read, write, and debug code
- Familiarity with Python
- Experience working with Git in a standard development workflow
- Strong attention to detail and a willingness to ask questions
- Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 or similar distribution ERP systems
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server
- Familiarity with Docker or containerized environments
- Experience working in Microsoft Server environments
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar tools)
- Paid time off
- 401(k) enrollment
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Ability to set up a Flexible spending Account.