Intermediate Software Engineer

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Intermediate Application Engineer assists with the design, delivery, and improvement of the in-house software applications. They perform coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the application development process

• Performs the design, coding, delivery and testing of changes to the company internal applications
• Applies the principles of software engineering to the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of computer software.
• Executes full software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Develops flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify requirements and solutions.
• Writes well-designed, testable code
• Produces specifications and determine operational feasibility.
• Integrates software components into a fully functional software system.
• Maintains software verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
• Documents and maintains software functionality.
• Troubleshoots, debugs and upgrades existing systems.
• Ensures software is updated with latest features.
• Complies with project plans and industry standards.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline
• 2-4 years of experience in application development
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Certifications

• IT Architect Certification, or The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), or Certified Technical Architect (CTA), or Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), or Certified Application Developer, or Oracle Application Express Developer Certified Expert (Oracle APEX), or Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification and Project Management professional (PMP) certification

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Language Skills: English – Advanced level proficiency
• French and/or Spanish is a plus
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate level proficiency
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level
• Interconnect hardware and software (eg. PLC’s, using actuators and scales)
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and perform highly independent work
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and as individual contributor
• Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Highly focused attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations
• Project management skills and ability to manage complex projects

Technology

• Software development, specifically using the following Microsoft .NET 4.0 development tools: C#, C++, WPF, Win Forms, WCF, ASP.NET, Entity framework, TPL, PLINQ, LINQ, Transact SQL
• Software development in a team environment using TFS (Microsoft Team Foundation Server)
• Internal/external client support
• Troubleshoot problems and solving bugs
• Software design patterns
• Data encapsulation
• Object Oriented Design
• Functional programming
• Unit Testing
• Interconnect hardware and software (e.g. PLC’s, using actuators and scales)

Travel

• Occasional travel required (10%-15%)

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand   Never (0%)
• Move or traverse           Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Sit        Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Use hands         Constant (67% - 100%)
• Reach with hands and arms        Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Climb or balance           Never (0%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl     Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Talk/hear          Constant (67% - 100%)
• Taste/Smell      Never (0%)
• Lift/carry/push or pull   Never (0%)

Environmental and Work Conditions

• Work near moving mechanical parts       Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Fumes or airborne particles        Occasional (5% - 33%)