Job#: 3045062 Job Description: 12+ Month Contract
Hybrid On-Site Dearborn MI
$50-70/HR
Software Engineer 3
Position Description
Employees in this job function are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications and products that meet customer needs. This role is involved in the full software development lifecycle, including software architecture design, coding, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. Full-stack software engineers who develop both front-end user interfaces and back-end services also fall within this job function.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with customers to deeply understand their use cases, pain points, and requirements, demonstrating empathy and advocating for user-centric software solutions.
- Solve complex business and technical challenges by designing, developing, and delivering solutions using various tools, programming languages, frameworks, methodologies (Agile), and technologies.
- Evaluate application and service requirements to determine the most appropriate technology stack, integration methods, deployment strategy, and overall solution approach.
- Create high-level software architecture designs that define the overall structure, components, and interfaces of applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Owners, Product Managers, Architects, Designers, and other stakeholders.
- Define and implement software testing strategies, guidelines, policies, and processes aligned with organizational objectives, industry regulations, and best practices.
- Continuously improve application performance and optimize solutions through implementation of new technologies and development practices.
- Utilize modern engineering practices, including:
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Continuous Integration (CI)
- Continuous Delivery (CD)
- Support security best practices to safeguard user data, including encryption and anonymization techniques.
- Design and develop user-friendly, interactive interfaces.
- Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and microservices using server-side technologies.
- Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies and capabilities while actively participating in the evolution of new technology stack layers and industry solutions.
Required Skills
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Angular
- PostgreSQL
- Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
Preferred Skills
- SonarQube
- Dynatrace
- Tekton
- APIs
Required Experience
Engineer 3 Level- Practical experience in at least two programming languages, or advanced proficiency in one programming language.
- 6+ years of overall IT experience.
- 4+ years of software development experience.
Preferred Experience
- Define, design, and deliver new features using:
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Angular
- CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub)
- Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
- APIs
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- Experience working within Agile methodologies and practices, including Rally.
- Collaborate effectively with Product Managers, Product Owners, and UI/UX Designers throughout application development and support.
- Perform technical design, coding, test automation, production support, and documentation of software application enhancements and modifications.
- Deliver high-quality code through rigorous engineering standards, continuous integration, and testing practices.
- Develop test plans, execute testing strategies, and support continuous release processes.
- Lead engineering efforts for complex solutions that support critical Connected Consumer and Vehicle Features.
- Demonstrate software craftsmanship principles and share successful implementation practices across teams.
- Develop tools and processes that automate feature delivery while eliminating waste and improving efficiency.
- Guide and mentor software engineers by communicating platform vision, breaking down workstreams, and resolving complex technical challenges.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Experience with code quality tools such as SonarQube.
- Experience with API development and management tools such as Apigee and Swagger.
- Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines, including Jenkins, Maven, and Gradle.
- Experience with Spring Cloud and cloud deployment platforms, preferably:
- Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
- Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF)
- Proven ability to work effectively with technical specialists, Product Managers, Product Owners, and UI/UX Designers.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership.
- Continuous learning mindset and commitment to professional growth.
- Passion for software engineering and continuous improvement.
Education Requirements
Required:Preferred:Additional Safety Training / Licensing / Personal Protection Requirements
Additional Information
- Hybrid Position
- On-site Tuesday through Friday
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