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Senior Software Engineer 

The Senior Software Engineer is a seasoned professional responsible for implementing complex software systems, leading development projects, and providing technical expertise. They are key contributors to the architecture and innovation of software products. As an emerging technical expert participate and occasionally lead (under supervision) team-based efforts surrounding design, development, deployment and support of solutions.

Job Duties:

• Lead the design and development of significant software features or projects using technologies such as Java and Oracle.
• Produce reusable and superior technical components.
• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, code comments, clear and efficient code.
• Utilize strong relational database skills in databases such as MySQL and Oracle.
• Utilize AWS for service-oriented architecture (SOA) deployments with ability to design applications.
• Use Scrum, Agile modelling, and adaptive software development lifecycle.
• Work closely with project teams - business analyst, QA teams and developers.
• Assisting other developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and coding.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain and enforce standard practices, high-quality code standards.
• Participates efficiently and effectively in Quality Assurance methodologies and solutions in support of business needs.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and prioritize software requirements; debug issues and improve products.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Participate in production rota , resolution of production issues and ad-hoc Service Requests
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and software architecture.
• Continuously learn and adapt to modern technologies and development practices.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in software development using Java
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Java, PL/SQL, Unix Shell Scripts).
• Deep understanding of software architecture and design principles
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Experienced in working in a Full stack environment.
• Excellent communication and technical influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Experience with Agile principles and practices.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.   You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description.   You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.