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Job Description:
Software Develpment Engineer II (Grade 20F)
The Software Development Engineer II applies the principles of software engineering to design, develop, maintain, test, and evaluate computer software that provide business capabilities, solutions, and/or product suites. They provide systems life cycle management (e.g., analyses, technical requirements, design, coding, testing, implementation of systems and applications software, etc.) to ensure delivery of technical solutions is on time and within budget, research and support the integration of emerging technologies. The provide knowledge and support for applications’ development, integration, and maintenance, develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. Analyzes requirements, tests, and integrates application components and ensure that system improvements are successfully implemented. They may focus on web/internet applications specifically, using a variety of languages and platforms and define application complexity drivers, estimates development efforts, creates milestones and/or timelines, and tracks progress towards completion.
The Software Development Engineer II provides specific functional expertise that is theoretical and conceptual in nature. This expertise is typically acquired through a combination of university education and experience within a field and may have responsibility for supervising others in the capacity of a “player coach” but primary focus is individual expertise. Particularly at higher levels, sophisticated subject matter expertise is a requirement for success.
They apply working knowledge and experience in own job discipline, continues to broaden capabilities and understanding of the company, processes and customers, solves problems in straightforward situations by analyzing possible solutions using experience, judgment, and precedents. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Performs a range of assignments with a moderate level of guidance and direction.
Agile Engineering Best Practices
• Understands the Software Development lifecycle and how various agile engineering practices can be used (e.g., in planning, requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, acceptance testing).
• Understands when to apply agile methodologies vs. traditional methodologies to achieve the best development outcome.
• Applies agile engineering practices (e.g., Extreme Programming techniques such as pair programming and test driven development) in own Software Development projects.
Project Management
• Develops project plans, defines timeframe, and prioritizes tasks to achieve project milestones and deliver intended objectives.
• Identifies the type of resources required to support a project, and makes recommendations for specific people, technology, partners, etc.
• Monitors progress to meet project milestones, timelines, specifications and requirements.
Troubleshooting
• Gathers pertinent information about a problem by analyzing data and patterns and identifying underlying issues.
• Researches and recommends more detailed solutions to resolve problems.
• Implements solutions based on advanced knowledge of standard practices and previous experiences; escalates complex or unprecedented issues and needed.
Application Development/Programming
Develops and tests complex or non-routine software applications and related programs and procedures to ensure they meet design requirements.
System and Technology Integration
Demonstrates knowledge of advanced and relevant technology; exhibits comfort working with several forms of technology; understands the relationship between applications, databases and technology platforms.
Technology Advising/Consulting
• Communicates effectively with customers; listens to customers’ concerns and issues regarding technology; determines customers’ needs and expectations and responds accordingly.
• Ensures that operational teams and subcontractors have a clear understanding of customer requirements; identifies technical issues and provides data to support solutions.
• Considers new ways of using technology to meet or enhance customers’ needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience with Java Programming and SQL Language
Experience with Java backend development (Spring, Spring Boot), OpenShift, Microservices
Familiarity with Messaging (AMQ, WMQ), Linux, Web Services, SQL Server and DB2 database
Knowledge of Agile Development
Familiarity with Team Leadership & Motivation
Knowledge of GIT, CI/CD tools like Jenkins
Knowledge of GCP is a plus
Must be a detail-oriented, self-motivated learner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline, or the equivalent in education and work experience
Last day posted internally - 3/30/24
Employee Type:
Permanent
UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Other Criteria:
Employer will sponsor visas for specific positions . UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.
Company: UNITED PARCEL SERVICE
Category: Information Technology Management
Requisition Number: R24004523
Location: Parsippany,New Jersey
