Software Engineer

Description/Job Summary

PURPOSES SPECIFIC TO THE POSITION

• To deliver a wide range of custom application development and support services to meet the needs of the Cooperative's employees and membership.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to Strategic Projects and Improvements Manager and Senior Software Engineer
• Directs - none.
• Cooperates or coordinates with all end users, vendors, or other individuals, both internal and external, as necessary and required by the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES

• Plan, develop, implement, and support internal and external software projects.
• Collaborates with team members to advance and complete various strategic projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Analyze and fix application failures and performance issues.
• Maintain existing web and desktop projects and applications.
• Write and maintain applicable documentation for technical and non-technical users.
• Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, and overtime as necessary.
• Must be willing to work well with others in a positive, team-oriented environment.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with other personnel in a non-technical manner, understand the business needs, and exercise problem-solving and creativity to produce practical applications for our users and members.
• Requires willingness and ability to lift light and medium loads for duties.
• Must report in person to corporate headquarters located in Berryville, AR.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must operate all Cooperative equipment safely and productively.
• Performs duties consistent with board policies, federal and state regulations, and cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Follows cybersecurity policies and procedures to help mitigate cyber-related risks for our organization.
• Requires willingness to work with mission-critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities.
• Requires ability and willingness to work in a constant state of alertness and focus due to physical and cyber safety implications.
  
• Maintains the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all Cooperative, member, or employee information.
• Performs other duties as requested or required by the position.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced knowledge of common programming topics and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working in the .NET stack.
• Proficiency with the C# programming language.
• Proficiency and proven experience in developing desktop and web applications.
• Proficiency in integrating with and building applications on top of relational databases.
• Proven ability to build high-quality line-of-business applications in a dynamic environment.
• Strong technical skills in software development and project management, coupled with exceptional customer service abilities, and ability to be effective working independently or as part of a team.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with the following languages: SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• Experience with the following technologies: REST API, Microsoft SQL Server, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, ASP.NET Blazor, WinForms, Entity Framework, and Entity Framework Core.
• Experience with Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Exchange, Office 365, and various Microsoft cloud services.