Software Engineer 2

Basic Purpose

Under limited supervision, the software engineer II participates in the design, programming, testing, documentation and implementation of complex computer applications and systems. Evaluates software packages, provides recommendations to management and business clients, and identifies best technology solutions. Identifies future needs for key technologies and techniques and develops plans for adoption.

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's degree in management information systems (MIS), computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.) A minimum of three years of experience in business software application design, development, integration and/or installation.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Working knowledge of programming in client/server or web development environment. Experience in the industry, or in an environment whose scope, size and complexity are comparable.
• Working knowledge of open systems object design methodologies, architecture methodologies, security practices and integration techniques.
• Working knowledge of relational database technology, structured analysis concepts, and software design patterns.
• An understanding of deployment topologies (i.e. ensuring secure, highly available systems).
• Experience integrating Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solutions within an environment with strong change and release management processes and procedures.
• Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in Oracle and Microsoft SQL database development. Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in current computing programming languages.

Demonstrated skills such as:

• Effective project management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Business analysis aptitude including communications and interpersonal skills enabling an understanding of client's needs.
• Working knowledge of information technology terms, equipment, systems, functions and major vendors. Experience integrating large disconnected enterprise-class systems in a robust, fault-tolerant manner consistent with industry standards.
• Able to work in a zero-code-ownership environment where the team members can modify any source file at any time.
• An understanding of deployment topologies (i.e. ensuring secure, highly available systems).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Availability for periodic on-call responsibilities.
• Containerized application development using Docker or Podman
• Web UX/UI development using Angular or React
• Native mobile application development using React Native
• Hybrid mobile application development using Ionic
• Front end service/API development using NodeJS, Golang or Java
• CI/CD using Azure DevOps or Jenkins
• Cloud native architecture and technologies

Equipment and Applications
PCs, word processing, spreadsheet and database software.  

Work Environment and Physical Demands
General office environment.  No special physical demands required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Architects, designs, codes, tests, documents, implements and maintains more complex application programs and interfaces. May act as senior contributor or technical lead on small to mid-sized projects.

Provides technical support; problem determination and investigation; implementation of upgrades for developed applications.

Enhances existing systems; participates in client walkthroughs and technical design reviews. Aids in systems development planning and monitoring. Participates in design reviews and peer code walkthroughs. Provides client and application support.

Perform software development and ensure conformance to performance optimization and interoperability standards and requirements. Work in adherence to secure development lifecycle practices and policies.

Performs or assists in the research and fact-finding to develop or modify application programs. Includes working with vendors to review quality, adaptability and compatibility of their products.

Act as the subject matter expert, and consult with clients on company’s IT strategy and business requirements.

Collaborate with IT teams from applications and infrastructure to identify technology deficiencies and improvement opportunities in practices and procedures.

Stay current with industry standards techniques for software development, and apply them to development, testing, integration and reporting processes where appropriate.

Consults with application users in developing functional/technical specifications.

Consults with application users, evaluates user requests for new or modified computer applications and associated interfaces to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current systems and computer capabilities.

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company. 

Performs related duties as assigned.