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Summary

As a Software Engineer III (Applications) one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this role, one plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

Position Responsibilities

• Works within a defined software life cycle development process

• Understands the requirements and process. Participates in software design reviews

• Creates software design documentation according to software process requirements and guidance from Senior Engineers

• Implements coding according to coding standard. Writes a unique test, and validate software according to the process. Contributes in the process improvement efforts

• Delivers work on time according to agreed completion dates and project schedule & budget

• Supports and derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements

• Works closely with multiple teams of software developers reusing developed software to support different programs

• Operates in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision. Provides guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers

• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• Minimum 5 - 8 years of relevant experience in Windows or Linux application software development. Object Oriented Design experience is required

• Expertise in one of the following: C# .Net, Java, C++, and/or Web UI

• Experienced writing unit tests and debugging code

• Experienced with formal and structured lifecycle development process

• Experienced with Agile Software Development Process Management

• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required

• Demonstrated familiarity with source code configuration management tools such as SVN and Git as well as familiarity with IDEs and debuggers

• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced degree is preferred

• Experience with Android, iOS, or React/Redux web development is preferred

• Experience with FitNesse test framework is preferred as is experience with UAS, drones, or robotics

• Demonstrates understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, database, and operating systems. A basic knowledge of networking is preferred

• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions

• Demonstrates effective listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group settings

• Demonstrates understanding of system design that one is working on and understands the role that assigned tasks play in the system

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills

• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)

• Required to stand and sit for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)