Software Engineer I (Apps)

Summary

As a Software Engineer I (Applications), one works with and is mentored by a talented group of engineers in a fast moving, collaborative Agile development environment. In this entry level 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

• Supports the full life-cycle of product including design, coding, debugging, test, deployment and maintenance

• Codes, simulates, integrates and validates software. Writes quality code that is modular, reusable, testable, and scalable. Writes unit tests to test code you've written.

• Participates in software design reviews

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

• Supports and derives algorithm design from detailed software requirements

• Uses JIRA to keep an accurate work log and status of all tasks. Works closely with multiple teams of software developers supporting different programs

• Follows AV's software development process to develop quality code under general supervision

• Works on problems of limited scope. Operate in a continuous learning environment under moderate supervision

• Works closely with other engineering disciplines

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

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

• 0 - 2 years of relevant experience in Windows or Linux application software development. Object Oriented Design experience a must; Qt experience is a plus.

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

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

• Experienced writing unit tests, using an IDE and understanding basic debugging techniques

• Demonstrated mathematical and analytical skills are required

• Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, database, and operating systems.

• Willingness to travel locally (Occasionally)

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience with test-driven development is preferred

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

• Demonstrated basic knowledge of networking is preferred

• With guidance from senior engineers, one contributes to the design, coding, documenting and testing software using the Scrum Framework

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

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

• Develops and enhances professional expertise. Demonstrates ability to research and re-engineer to propose alternate solutions to issues.

• 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 and manufacturing 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)