Software Engineer II

Computer Task Group, Inc•UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE

1d•Remote

About The Position

CTG is seeking to fill a Software Engineer II opening for our client. This role involves performing and overseeing systems analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, and implementation for basic to complex applications. The engineer will serve as a key individual contributor on complex technology projects, maintain a strong functional understanding of supported applications, and coordinate development activities. They will also prepare and manage technical components of project plans, collaborate with various stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle, and develop, review, and execute detailed test plans. Analyzing complex relationships among programs, interfaces, applications, and technology platforms to identify effective technical solutions, preparing clear and thorough technical documentation, and evaluating/recommending technologies are also key aspects of this role. The engineer will promote adherence to development standards, maintain application performance, and identify/escalate technology and risk-related issues. Participation in due diligence and special projects is also expected. The role operates under the direction of the Technology Team Lead while independently handling high-level systems analysis and technical development. It involves managing assigned technical activities, coordinating project work, interacting with senior management and stakeholders, monitoring project activities, and providing technical leadership. Backup support to management may also be required.

Requirements

Associate's degree and a minimum of 5 years of systems analysis/application development experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years of higher education and/or work experience, including at least 5 years of systems analysis/application development experience.
Experience with .NET Core, JavaScript, and Azure Cloud Services.
Familiarity with application development software, hardware platforms, and enterprise technology environments.
Proficiency with personal computers and common project management, word processing, and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and lateral-thinking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting technical information to appropriate audiences.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail.
Experience coordinating between application development teams and business units.
Experience recommending and implementing systems solutions.
Experience driving project milestones, schedules, and delivery dates.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of enterprise application frameworks and development standards.
Experience serving as a subject matter expert for supported business applications or systems.
Advanced understanding of supported applications and integrated/interfacing systems.
Experience working effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Ability to manage multiple components of complex technical projects.
Action-oriented and proactive approach to problem solving and delivery.
Broad understanding of application architecture and the ability to contribute to projects beyond normal business-as-usual activities.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee systems analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, and implementation for basic to complex applications.
Serve as a key individual contributor on complex technology projects and maintain a strong functional understanding of supported applications.
Coordinate development activities and provide technical guidance to less experienced team members as needed.
Prepare and manage the technical components of project plans, including tasks, timelines, estimates, and deliverables.
Collaborate with Development, Operations, Technology, business units, and other stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
Develop, review, and execute detailed test plans and test data; troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
Analyze complex relationships among programs, interfaces, applications, and technology platforms to identify effective technical solutions.
Prepare clear and thorough technical and functional specifications, diagrams, documentation, and project assessments.
Evaluate and recommend technologies, policies, and processes that improve application effectiveness and organizational efficiency.
Participate in technical evaluations of vendor software and technology solutions.
Promote adherence to established development standards, procedures, risk controls, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain application performance, reliability, and effectiveness.
Identify and escalate technology and risk-related issues as appropriate.
Participate in due diligence, cost/benefit analysis, business studies, and other special projects as required.
Manage assigned technical activities and coordinate project work across small- to large-scale initiatives.
Interact with senior management, technology teams, business stakeholders, clients, and vendors.
Monitor project activities and contribute to meeting established schedules, milestones, and delivery dates.
Provide technical leadership and serve as a technical representative on committees, ad hoc projects, and other initiatives as assigned.
Provide backup support to management when required.
May direct and monitor the work of less experienced technical resources on a project basis.
Review technical documentation and deliverables prepared by less experienced staff.
Monitor assigned project activities and support successful delivery within established schedules and requirements.