Software Engineer Level III SQL Python

Software Engineer - Level III (SQL/Python)

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Works with the Agile Program Manager (APM), Digital Product Manager (DPM), and Business Systems Analyst (BSA) to accurately capture stakeholder requests and system specifications and translate them into engineering artifacts, which typically include design specifications, source code, test scripts and test results.
Coordinates with software architects and Software Engineer IVs to ensure that the engineering realization is in accordance with Enterprise Architecture principles and software development best practices.
As part of Agile teams, completes software development work which includes application design, coding, code review and testing. Keeps the Agile team and APM apprised of project status.
Offers suggestions to stakeholders on devising effective and efficient approaches to achieve project and program objectives.
Manages engineering risks by proactively tracking and communicating issues and devising methods to mitigate them.
Liaises with other project and program areas to coordinate interdependencies and resolve issues.
Supports business units in the resolution of in-depth user questions and issues following production support processes and SLAs.
Maintains a working knowledge of new technology and software engineering standards, practices and tools.
Provides input to APM/DPM in the creation of the Product Roadmap and High Level Estimates.
Collaborates with IT management to define and develop documentation and engineering artifact standards, guidelines, processes and templates.
Qualification

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

Development experience with Java or .NET C#, SQL, JavaScript, HTML and CSS
Experience in scalable, high-availability back-end technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server and PostgreSQL
Experience with non-relational database technologies such as Memcached, MongoDB or Redis is preferred
Strong JavaScript back-end development experience with common frameworks such as Angular, RxJS, Node etc.
Front-end development experience including ReactJS, Webpack, HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, accessibility and responsive layouts; UI/UX development experience is a plus
Experience with Insurance/Reinsurance Systems and Data
Strong understanding of server-side software, scalability, performance and reliability skills
Strong understanding of the OSI model, networking, OS layer and services
Understanding of continuous delivery tools such as Chef, Puppet or Salt
Understanding of continuous integration and deployment tools such as Octopus Deploy or Jenkins
Proficient in Python and SQL
Some experience with Java, .NET C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5 and CSS, Windows, IIS, Linux, Tomcat, JBoss, Visio, TSQL, SSIS, PL/SQL and shell scripting
Excellent communication skills
Desired Skills/Experience:

Advanced knowledge of the theoretical and practical application of highly specialized software engineering best practices, methods and techniques
Extensive experience in developing software applications on the assigned technology platform
Extensive knowledge of source code change management and related tools
Knowledge and experience using agile software development principles, processes and tools
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Strong customer service skills to provide end user/business owner systems support
Knowledge of production support processes such as incident and problem management techniques
Additional Information:
Required knowledge and skills would typically be acquired through a bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field plus 5 to 8 years of related experience.

About The Specialty Insurance Company:
The company is a global leader in providing specialty insurance, reinsurance and mortgage insurance solutions.