Software Engineer (BackEnd)

Job Description Summary
Responsible for designing, building, delivering and maintaining software applications & services. Working in the areas of machine, cloud, platform and/or application. Responsible for software lifecycle including activities such as requirement analysis, documentation/procedures and implementation.

Job Description

Software Engineer (Backend)

We are looking for an analytical, results-driven back-end developer who will work with team members to troubleshoot and improve current back-end applications and processes. The Back-end Developer will use his or her understanding of programming languages and tools to analyze current codes and industry developments, formulate more efficient processes, solve problems, and create a more seamless experience for users.
• Collaborate with system engineers, frontend developers and software developers to implement solutions that are aligned with and extend shared platforms and solutions.
• Apply principles of SDLC and methodologies like Lean/Agile/XP, CI, Software and Product Security, Scalability, Documentation Practices, refactoring and Testing Techniques.
• Writes codes that meets standards and delivers desired functionality using the technology selected for the project.
• Build features such as web services and Queries on existing tables.
• Understand performance parameters and assess application performance.
• Work on core data structures and algorithms and implement them using language of choice.

Desired Characteristics & Technical Expertise
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) with basic experience with minimum 3-5 years of experience.
• Experience developing web applications using Java, SpringBoot RESTful Services
• Experience with database tools (MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, JPA, Hibernate, JDBC, Spring Data)
• Experience with modern tooling (Gradle, Maven, Git)
• Comfortable in building microservices with distributed systems.
• Aware of methods and practices such as Lean/Agile/XP, etc.
• Prior work experience in an agile environment, or introductory training on Lean/Agile. Aware of and able to apply continuous integration (CI).
• General understanding of the impacts of technology choice to the software development life cycle.
• Business Acumen:
• Has the ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Understands the technology landscape, up to date on current technology trends and new technology, brings new ideas to the team.
• Displays understanding of the project's value proposition for the customer. Shows commitment to deliver the best value proposition for the targeted customer.
• Learns organization vision statement and decision-making framework. Able to understand how team and personal goals/objectives contribute to the organization vision

Leadership Attributes:
• Voices opinions and presents clear rationale. Uses data or factual evidence to influence.
• Learns organization vision statement and decision-making framework. Able to understand how team and personal goals/objectives contribute to the organization vision.
• Completes assigned tasks on time and with high quality. Takes independent responsibility for assigned deliverables.
• Has the ability to break down problems and estimate time for development tasks.
• Seeks to understand problems thoroughly before implementing solutions. Asks questions to clarify requirements when ambiguities are present.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and offers new ideas. Takes the initiative to experiment with new software frameworks
• Adapts to new environments and changing requirements. Pivots quickly as needed. When coached, responds to need & seeks info from other sources.

Write code that meets standards and delivers desired functionality using the technology selected for the project

Additional Job Description

Additional Information

Compensation Grade

PB1

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes