OIPA Engineer

American Fidelity•Oklahoma City, OK

19d

About The Position

The Platform Engineer demonstrates skill in designing, implementing, and maintaining platform systems, with expertise in platform-specific programming languages, database management, and system administration while ensuring compliance with technical standards. The Platform Engineer is responsible for providing support and troubleshooting for our platform systems. They work closely with all relevant subject matter experts, stakeholders, and other IT professionals to identify and resolve technical issues. The Platform Engineer independently resolves complex issues and is proactive in identifying areas for improvement, developing solutions to address technical debt, and ensures that our platform systems are stable and performant within the software team.

Requirements

High degree of expertise in organizationally accepted programming, scripting, markup languages, and frameworks (e.g., C#, .NET, .NET Core, Java, Swift, Kotlin, JavaScript, TypeScript, T-SQL, HTML, XML, CSS, Angular, ReactJS, ASP.NET, Python)
High degree of expertise in the usage of tools used for software development (e.g., Visual Studio, Chrome Developer Tools, SQL ServerManagement Studio
High degree of knowledge of the principles and patterns of system design (e.g., MVC, CQRS)
Strongly skilled in object oriented design
Strongly skilled in object relational mapping (ORM)
Highly skilled in testing patterns (e.g., unit testing, inversion of control, dependency injection)
Highly skilled with data analysis, test design, and test automation focusing on functional, security, performance and mobile testing.
Strongly skilled in the development of web services (e.g., SOAP and REST)
Strongly skilled in the use of code repository tools such as SVN and GitHub
Strongly skilled in the use of continuous integration, continuous delivery, and source code management
For developers in specialized areas, high degree of skill in additional technologies or toolsets may be used (e.g., Force.com, Eclipse, PeopleTools, XCode)
Strong understanding of secure coding techniques and best practices
Strong skill in software analysis, design, and problem resolution
Strong understanding of web application architecture
Strong understanding of the software development process
Proven understanding of organizationally accepted technology standards
Strong understanding of software development in a multi-platform environment such as Mac, Linux, and Windows
High degree of understanding of hardware, storage, networking and other infrastructure and data components as it relates to software development
High degree of understanding of organizationally approved project management methodologies (e.g. Agile/Scrum, Waterfall)
Strongly skilled in full-stack development
Strongly skilled in DevOps methodologies (e.g., automation, continuous feedback, quality signal)
Understanding of machine learning/artificial intelligence concepts
Strongly skilled in test coverage tools
Strongly skilled in database principles and at scripting SQL queries
Strongly skilled with test tools (e.g., Azure DevOps pipeline and test plans, xUnit, nUnit, Jmeter, Jasmine, Mocha, MOQ, TestComplete, SoapUI, and Selenium)
Strongly skilled in test design and test automation focusing on functional, security, performance, mobile, load and infrastructure/ workstation testing.
Strongly skilled in software testing best practices
Proven written and oral communication skills. Must be able to communicate and collaborate with a wide variety of audiences such as other software developers, engineers, architects, business analysts, software testers, management, and business stakeholders
Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and within scope
Possesses well-developed motivational, professional, and leadership qualities
Positive attitude with the ability to work in ever-changing environment
Proven commitment to meeting organizational and departmental goals and objectives
Strong analytical, statistical, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Inquisitive and proactive with an ability to work independently and a desire to continuously learn new skills and technologies; takes initiative and is a solution seeker
Thrives in a team environment and develops excellent relationships with others

Nice To Haves

One or more of the following or equivalent technical certifications and FLMI certification is recommended but not required:
Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD)
IEEE Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
LOMA Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI)