Software Development Engineer II

Clearwater Analytics (CWAN); Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Boise, Idaho. The role emphasizes designing and implementing scalable SaaS software, with continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration across teams.

Entry to senior levels involve mentoring, architecture improvements, and ensuring robust, secure systems. Strong coding skills, problem-solving, and clear communication are essential for success in this environment.

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
• Solid programming skills in any modern language.
• Enthusiasm for software work in a software-as-a-service company.
• Driven by client satisfaction.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage own time and deliver results on time.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Have a solid understanding of the team’s domain.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize and improve existing software applications.
• Regularly give feedback and participate in code reviews.
• Perform root-cause analyses for software issues and identify effective solutions.
• Assist in creating user stories and estimating work for planning.
• Suggest design improvements with architectural understanding.
• Ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and secure.
• Document usage, architecture, design, and APIs.

Skills

Data structures

Algorithms

OOP design

Modern programming language

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Job description

Job Summary:The Software Development Engineer role at Clearwater Analytics spans a spectrum of responsibilities with a focus on designing, implementing, and managing software systems. The role requires continuous learning and application of new technologies and trends. Engineers at entry-level work on coding, debugging, and learning new software technologies. With progression in this track, the responsibilities expand to include leading teams, designing complex software systems, providing mentorship, and managing cross-functional integration. The more senior roles are responsible for defining the company's technological vision, making strategic decisions, driving innovation, and setting new industry standards. Across all levels, a successful software development engineer will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, excellent coding abilities, a keen understanding of the software ecosystem, and a cooperative team player attitude.Responsibilities:Have a solid understanding of the team’s domain.Collaborate with team members to optimize and improve existing software applications.Regularly give feedback and ask questions in code reviews.Perform root-cause analyses for software issues and identify effective solutions.Assist in the creation of user stories and estimation of work for project planning.Suggests design improvements demonstrating an understanding of architecture.Ensure software applications are scalable, reliable, and secure.Document software usage, implementation, architecture, design, and APIs.Consistently write broad unit and integration tests.Translate loosely defined requirements into functioning code.Any other reasonable activity required by management.Required Skills:Fundamental understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.Solid programming skills in any modern language.Enthusiasm for software work in a software-as-a-service company.Driven by client satisfaction.Strong teamwork skills.Ability to manage own time and deliver expected results on time.Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.Exceptional analytical skills.Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Exceptional problem-solving abilities.Education and Experience:Degree in Computer Science or related field.2+ years of software development experience.