Software Applications Engineer

Description -

Job Summary
• This role is responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining software applications. The role creates user-friendly and efficient software solutions that meet specific user needs or business requirements. The role works with various programming languages, frameworks, and tools to build applications that range from desktop applications to web and mobile apps. The role identifies opportunities to improve application performance, scalability, and efficiency.

Responsibilities
• Develops, and implements software applications according to specifications, using appropriate programming languages and technologies.
• Writes clean, maintainable, and efficient code that adheres to best practices and coding standards.
• Codes and programs enhancements, updates, and changes for portions and subsystems of end- user applications software running on local, networked, and Internet- based platforms based on specific requirements and instructions.
• Performs testing and debugging to identify and resolve software defects and issues, ensures the reliability and quality of the software through thorough testing.
• Uses version control systems to manage code repositories and collaborate effectively with other developers.
• Creates technical documentation, including design documents, code comments, and user manuals, to facilitate understanding and future maintenance of the software.
• Collaborates on software development projects with the engineering, sales, and customer services departments.
• Supports internal and external software products; generates ideas for software innovation based on market trends.
• Develops understanding of and relationship with internal and outsourced development partners on software applications design and development.
• Participates as a member of project team of other software applications engineers to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately- complex products.


Education & Experience Recommended
• Four-year Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
• Typically has 0-2 years of work experience, preferably in applications engineering, programming, or a related field.

Preferred Certifications
• Programming Language/s Certification (Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, or similar)

Knowledge & Skills
• Agile Methodology
• Amazon Web Services
• Angular (Web Framework)
• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Automation
• Computer Science
• DevOps
• Docker (Software)
• Full Stack Development
• Java (Programming Language)
• JavaScript (Programming Language)
• Kubernetes
• Microservices
• Microsoft Azure
• Python (Programming Language)
• React.js
• Scalability
• Software Development
• Software Engineering
• SQL (Programming Language)

Cross-Org Skills
• Effective Communication
• Results Orientation
• Learning Agility
• Digital Fluency
• Customer Centricity

Impact & Scope
• Impacts own work and acts as a team member by providing information, analysis, and recommendations in support of team efforts.

Complexity
• Learns to apply basic theories and concepts to work tasks.