Job Description

Purpose The Software Engineer II plays a critical role in enhancing the technical capabilities of the software development team. Building on foundational skills, this role involves a deeper engagement in the software development lifecycle, including complex feature development and system design. This position requires a more independent approach to problem-solving and the ability to mentor level 1 engineers. Responsibilities The responsibilities for this position include the following: Lead the design and development of new product features, ensuring alignment with business requirements. Independently maintain and extend existing applications. Create, review, and maintain detailed technical documentation and help refine team processes and best practices. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex bugs and performance issues. Provide accurate time estimates and manage workload to meet deadlines. Actively participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback. Assist in incident management and resolution, ensuring effective communication with client-facing teams. Mentor and guide level 1 engineers, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Competencies and Qualities Qualified Candidates Must Have The Following Competencies And Qualities Demonstrates advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to learn new technologies quickly Strong communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Proactive in identifying areas for technical and process improvements Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to mentor junior team members Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices Shows a high degree of responsibility and accountability for delivering high-quality work Collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision Education, Experience, and Certifications Required 5 years experience developing applications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience Experience with modern server operating systems (i.e., Windows, Linux) Understanding of relational databases Experience with object-oriented design patterns and other modern software engineering principles Knowledge of modern web technologies Understanding of common Git source control workflows Preferred Experience with C# or PHP, Javascript, SQL, Linux Experience with Agile/Scrum development Experience with the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform or Microsoft Azure Full stack web development experience Experience developing web applications using a Javascript framework such as React or Angular Experience with the PHP Symfony or .NET Core framework Understanding of NO-SQL databases and their use cases Experience working in a modern CICD pipeline (e.g., TeamCity, Bamboo, Code Pipeline, Jenkins) Supervisory Responsibility While this position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, they will be a team leader who provides mentorship and technical oversight to peers. Work Environment This is a remote position with regular meetings and critical team discussions at the main office. Travel This position requires little to no travel. This role will occasionally travel to an HC3 office for team meetings. Physical Demand This role will require using a computer for long periods of time while either sitting or standing. Position Type and Expected Hours This is a full-time position for five, eight-hour days (at least 40 hours) per week. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.