Senior Software Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Software Engineer designs, documents, develops, tests, deploys, and delivers software solutions and features for STERIS’s Digital Workflow Solutions Business Unit. The role analyzes product- and system-level requirements and translates them into software requirements, while working with cross-functional teams to deliver features and ensure application performance. The position is part of a Software Product Development team, not IT, and involves developing commercial or external-facing software used by corporations. The engineer also mentors junior engineers without directly managing them. The position is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, with an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. Preference will be given to qualified candidates who currently live within commuting distance. The posted pay range is $108,000–$127,000, and the position is eligible for bonus participation. The role is open until filled.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 8 years of designing and developing software systems for web, mobile, Azure cloud, and desktop, including C#/.NET and Microsoft full stack.
- At least 8 years of experience developing commercial or customer-facing software products sold to or used by corporations.
- Strong understanding of software development principles and design patterns.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Experience with Git or DevOps version control.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Working knowledge of MFC, Java, and React.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Experience with containerization tools.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Exposure to AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering productivity practices.
- Experience with configuration management, continuous integration, continuous deployment, and automated code analysis tools.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to cross-functional project planning, development, analysis of product requirements, and evaluation of proposed solutions.
- Refine and refactor software designs in accordance with system architecture and new product requirements.
- Design, document, implement, and maintain efficient, reusable, secure, and reliable software code according to corporate and departmental standards.
- Maintain code quality, organization, and automation for new and sustaining engineering projects.
- Create software development process documentation, including requirements, design and interface specifications, and verification documentation.
- Develop time and effort estimates for features and functions.
- Develop and perform unit, integration, and/or system testing of applications as required.
- Participate in design reviews, identify issues, and recommend enhancements.
- Work independently on routine activities, issues, plans, and larger-scale designs.
- Mentor junior engineers without directly managing them.
- Identify bottlenecks and bugs and devise solutions.
- Review and resolve software defect and change requests.
- Review and approve plans and detailed designs.
Benefits
- Market-competitive pay.
- Extensive paid time off and nine additional holidays.
- Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
- Long- and short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Optional add-on benefits and discounts, including pet insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
- Opportunities for advancement in a stable, long-term career.
- Bonus participation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
