Software Engineer

City of Glendale • Glendale, AZ

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Glendale's Innovation & Technology department focuses on the delivery and operations of vital IT infrastructure, computer support, IT governance, project management, as well as support and maintenance of enterprise applications, data analytics, GIS services, and cybersecurity. The Software Engineer is responsible for analyzing the needs of our customers and designs, develops, tests, installs, and integrates software systems to meet business needs. Job duties consist of configuring and customizing both on-premise and SaaS applications. Recommending software upgrades to existing systems and presenting newly available options that may better meet the needs of the City. Responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of systems and troubleshooting any issues that surface. This position is: FLSA Exempt, and will be paid a salary regardless of hours hours worked per week. A Grade 415 with an annual salary between $97,902.00 - $146,853.00.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering or a related field and three years of experience in development, design, implementation, and application support including three years of software development experience in .NET Framework and other programming languages.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.
• One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of Agile methodology
• Knowledge of Industry best practices and emerging technology trends
• Knowledge of Algorithms and data structures
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Platform/Solutions
• Knowledge of Relational databases and SQL
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as .NET Framework, Python, and JavaScript
• DevOps and Continuous Improvement/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
• Designing interactive applications
• Implementing, maintaining, and supporting third party systems
• Experienced in cloud application development platforms such as AWS, Azure, Salesforce, Oracle, Dockers, etc.
• Ability to Work independently managing multiple assigned priorities and tasks maintaining project schedules and deliverables
• Ability to Work effectively with users, technical personnel, and consultants to achieve stated objectives
• Ability to Visualize processes and outcomes through analysis and reasoning
• Ability to Troubleshoot software issues and debug a large codebase
• Ability to Document requirements and specifications
• Ability to Maintain skills through education
• Ability to Conduct research, evaluate user needs and system capability, and design appropriate plans and programs
• Ability to Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

• Writes high-quality code that satisfies customer needs.
• Creates systems by designing, developing, and installing software solutions.
• Maintains and improves existing codebases and peer reviews code changes.
• Applies Agile Methodologies to application development.
• Follows full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Creates fault-tolerant programming and thorough Quality Control processes.
• Writes test scripts for both existing and developed code to ensure compatibility and stability.
• Integrates multiple systems utilizing different communication protocols and gateways.
• Develops or consumes APIs as necessary.
• Deploys and manages systems in both on premise and cloud hosted environments.
• Enhances applications by identifying opportunities for improvement, making recommendations, designing, developing, and implementing systems.
• Prepares and installs solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.
• Plans and implements systems automation as required for better efficiency.
• Evaluates systems and provides technical direction.
• Collaborates with other professionals to ensure high quality deliverables within organization guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Develops and maintains documentation for supported applications, processes, and developed code.
• Complies with project plans and industry standards.
• Participates in change control process.
• Completes change requests.
• Coordinates work with City departments and within the Innovation & Technology department.
• Provided on-call support during non-business hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 10.5 paid holidays per year
• 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year
• Vacation leave accrues at: 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours/17.25 days per year)
• Increases to 6.12 hours per pay period after 5 years
• Caps out at 7.6 hours per pay period after 10 years of service
• Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours/14.25 days per year)
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal