Application Engineer, Payment Systems

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Application Engineer defines, develops, tests, analyzes, and maintains payment systems to support business requirements. The role includes configuring, coding, testing, analyzing, and supporting software programs and applications, as well as researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production life cycle. The engineer works with technical staff and cross-functional partners to resolve issues and develop software. The role also involves testing payment-related systems, documenting business and technical requirements, and following established Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 3 years of equivalent work experience in computer science, information systems, or software engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of programming languages and technologies including JavaScript, C# .NET/ASP.NET, JQuery/Ajax, CSS, XML/XSD, PHP, and HTML/XHTML.
Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices.
Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and interdisciplinary teams.
Hands-on experience developing unit test cases and plans.
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to research software-related issues and products.
Self-motivation and ability to work with limited direction.
Attention to detail and proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, systems and business analysis, problem solving and decision making, customer service, analytical thinking, and project management.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions; define problems; collect data; establish facts; and draw conclusions.
Mature sense of urgency, ownership, and a results-oriented attitude in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to manage a high volume of detail accurately and meet targets and objectives.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional peers and contribute to multiple projects using strong organizational and time-management skills.
Results-oriented approach with a history of problem resolution and prevention.
Extended hours may be required to meet project deadlines and troubleshoot issues.

Nice To Haves

Technical and functional understanding of Point-of-Sale systems and eCommerce sites that accept various forms of payment is strongly desired.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Computer Science is preferred.
Flexibility and adaptability in learning and understanding new technologies.

Responsibilities

Liaise with technical staff to help resolve issues related to payment projects, support, application development, and standardization.
Design, run, and monitor software tests on new and existing payment-related systems to correct errors, identify areas for improvement, and debug software.
Assist with defining, developing, and documenting software business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications in collaboration with internal users and departments.
Write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
Collaborate with business analysts, application engineers, software engineers, and architects to conceptualize and develop software programs and applications.
Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.