Software Engineer - Associate
Job Category: System Eng.
Requisition Number: SOFTW016707
Schedule: Full Time
SoftWriters - HQ
Pittsburgh, PA 15237, USA
Overview:
As a Software Engineer - Associate at SoftWriters, you will be a key part of the motor that drives our product line to success. You will have the opportunity to build expertise across a variety of technology solutions in the development of web applications, mobile applications, embedded systems, integrations with robotic systems, and more – assuring that all applications solve for the true customer and business needs. You will collaborate day-to-day with a team of engineering, quality assurance, and product management professionals in the design and development of software solutions.
Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to:
1. Perform software development tasks
Collaborate with architects and senior team members in the implementation of innovative architecture and design patterns
Deliver clear, concise, and tested code
Complete coding necessary for database and software application development according to established coding standards
Contribute to CI/CD processes in the support of delivering secure software systems of high quality to internal, customer facing, and 3rd party hosted environments
Perform software application support and maintenance by debugging known issues and implementing new enhancements Work closely with senior team members during the design process for software and database development and to complete technical design documentation
o Create documentation for new development, module changes, release notes, and other application changes as neededProvide accurate estimates for effort to complete assigned tasks
Work with manager to ensure individual and departmental rocks are completed on time
Develop unit, integration, and e2e tests ensuring quality standards are me
2. Execute agile processes, providing an excellent team experience
Collaborate with the team in managing sprint execution and ensuring plan completion
Actively participate in planning, refinement, and retrospective sessions
Consistently deliver business value within estimated timelines
Focus on increasing the level of quality with each completed story
Collaborate with product teams, QA, customer support and Solutions Architects to resolve bugs or other application issues, proactively keeping scrum team informed of status, roadblocks or impediments.
Meet agreed upon development deadlines or communicate in advance with the SCRUM team if the deadline needs to be changed
Facilitate Scrum team meets in absence of Scrum Master or Product Owner
3. Demonstrate an innovative sprit in continuously improving yourself, others, and our culture
Be energized by developing your skillset
Gain mastery of what you know
Explore new languages, technologies, and techniques
Seek out opportunities to broaden your scope of knowledge and stay up to date with industry and organizational trends
Participate in code reviews for team members; Seek mentorship from the team through discussions and code reviews
Actively seek and accept feedback and mentorship from colleagues and effectively incorporate changes into work and behaviors, and also provide to peers. Engage, educate, push, and have fun with your teammates daily
4. Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
BA or BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience (<2 years of experience)
Broad knowledge of core computer science concepts.
Experience with at least one OO programming language.
Understanding of basic relational database modeling.
Some experience working as part of a team.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Learning mindset.
Familiarity with HIPAA requirements involving data storage and transmission
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate key information to the right people in a timely, clear and concise manner in the proper tone; Awareness of decision-makers and stakeholders for particular issues
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and technical judgement
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to follow through on escalated incidents requiring attention until resolution is achieved
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Note: This position will not sponsor VISA. It is a hybrid position based in Pittsburgh.
SoftWriters, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender, national origin or citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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