Software Development Specialist

$160,284 - $195,903/Yr

3M - Maplewood, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Maplewood, MN

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Development Specialist at 3M is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable and secure cloud-based solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to align cloud architecture with business objectives, ensuring high standards of performance, security, and reliability. The position offers an opportunity to transition from various backgrounds into a technology-focused career at 3M, contributing to digital growth programs and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect Azure-based solutions to meet business requirements.
• Develop and implement cloud strategies, including migration plans and cloud-native application development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and reliability of cloud solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
• Stay up to date with the latest Azure services, tools, and industry trends.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Create and maintain documentation for cloud architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Lead intellectual property creation and protection for innovative and groundbreaking solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Seven (7) years or more of experience working as a software engineer or architect in a private, public, government or military environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Azure services such as Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage, and Azure DevOps.
• Experience with cloud migration strategies and tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python.
• Experience with microservices architecture and server-less computing.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards in cloud environments.
• Experience working within an Agile/Scrum process using enterprise tools.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Absences
• Retirement Benefits