Software Engineer V

Paychex • Webster, NY

25d

About The Position

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater to the changing needs of employers and their employees. With our award-winning training and endless opportunities for growth and development, you can build a lifelong career with us. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and innovative culture. Our leaders are here to support your career journey; they and our dedicated employees embody the values that drive us to support each other, our clients, and our communities. Join us to pursue your passion and unleash your potential. Overview General Purpose: Drives innovation across the company by designing, creating, and supporting applications and integrations on our Virtual Assistant UI Platform development team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline or equivalent work experience
• 7 years of experience in Related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the integration of AI-driven technologies into front-end applications to push the boundaries of what's possible in user experience and functionality.
• Lead and mentor front-end development teams specializing in React, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve front-end software solutions that meet complex business requirements.
• Design and develop test automation code to enhance the reliability and scalability of applications across various frameworks.
• Manage and execute comprehensive analysis and design for large-scale, innovative project initiatives with a focus on front-end development.
• Participate in defining, selecting, and implementing the technical direction of Paychex, ensuring maximum return on investment in new technologies and methodologies, especially related to front-end innovation.
• Act as a focal point for communicating project design and status to senior management, with a focus on conveying the strategic benefits of front-end and AI advancements.
• Act as a catalyst for change to enhance application design and drive innovation across teams.
• Provide project-level estimates and lead teams through story-level estimation, fostering an environment of precision and efficiency.
• Ensure team compliance with SDLC standards and CI/CD procedures, and drive improvements in these areas, particularly in front-end processes.
• Monitor team progress and performance, with a special emphasis on innovation and the integration of new technologies in front-end development.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting across all environments, handling high-impact production issues with expertise and leadership.
• Maintain and enhance existing codebases
• Lead support efforts during quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and post-implementation phases to ensure the integrity and success of front-end applications.
• Share technical expertise, guiding and mentoring team members to maximize effectiveness and deliver high-quality front-end solutions.
• Serve as the principal technical lead on multi-team and cross-program projects, driving collaboration and innovation in front-end development efforts.
• Initiate and facilitate partnerships between multiple software engineering and delivery teams aimed at innovative front-end project results.
• Observe and communicate the performance of team members to encourage development and continuous improvement.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert across multiple technologies and Paychex applications, with a special focus on front-end development and Conversational AI innovation.

Benefits

• We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees