The Software Engineer Senior is a medium level to advanced level software developer with the ability to lead a team of up to 4 giving work assignments while meeting delivery dates and quality to meet budgets, milestones and deadlines for assigned projects. All of the primary responsibilities and skills are assumed. The person in this position is expected to attain mastery of RSM's SDLC and knowing which SDLC activities and deliverables are required, scaling them to each project. They can resolve moderate to difficult problems, lead the resolution of those problems, while demonstrating expertise in a variety of technical concepts, practices, and procedures. The Software Engineer Senior is able to work independently while making sound decisions that move projects forward effectively. The Software Engineer Senior ensures team members are coached through their assignments and show growth at the end of each project. This role also arranges mentoring by other team members while taking ownership of skill growth of their project team and other projects. This role is expected to escalate issues to Director/Manager App Dev in a timely manner in order to prevent project delays and take ownership of estimating development effort for these projects. The incumbent must foster a team environment where all members are included in the solution and leadership is aware of all actions being taken. Their team includes other Senior Engineers, Software Engineers, Business Analysts, System Architects, and DBAs. One of the primary responsibilities is to provide L3 Support for the Firm's applications, which includes timely response to Service Desk issues while managing our bug tracking tool during the course of development and assigning defects to team developers. Essential Duties Construction and unit testing of software on various platforms including, web, desktop, and client server. Uses available technologies to create reusable, extendable, and maintainable systems and components Analysis of existing systems, implementation of requirements and change requests into design deliverables Leadership of developers and sometimes others through project construction phase. Requires planning, delegation, and status with management. Able to see beyond the specific project and advise leadership of issues, risks, and more strategic methods to implement the project. Influences peers and networks well across the IT organization and into the Business organization Communication with project team members including assisting QA with testing of software, assist tech lead and project management with estimation, planning, and project status, and assistance with identifying project issues and risks Review, validation, and interpretation of business and non-functional requirements. Interaction with Business Analysts and Business contacts. Other duties as assigned EDUCATION Bachelor's degree preferred in Computer programming, Information Systems or similar field TECHNICAL SKILLS Microsoft SQL Server, C#.NET, ASP.NET, Web development knowledge Knowledge of Java script and HTML, WEB Focus, SharePoint PowerBuilder, ServiceNow, Web Focus, Windows, networking, HTML, XML, MicroStrategy EXPERIENCE Usually 8 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area Familiarity with Windows, Client server, SharePoint and Web based development. Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS May function as performance advisor for staff and assist with their goal and development plan Training or experience in the accounting/auditing field Good understanding of accounting methodologies Strong attention to detail
