Software Engineer

Walgreens; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Deerfield, IL is seeking a Software Engineer II to contribute to Walgreens business software products and digital applications within an Agile environment. You will implement activities across components, collaborate with architects, and deliver mid-level complexity systems.

Responsibilities include writing code, testing, debugging, API development, and participating in design and build phases. You will work with modern frameworks and microservices in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS diploma plus experience as specified in the job ad.
• Familiarity with SDLC and software development processes.
• Willing to travel up to 10% for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Writes code that meets specifications and develops software applications and tools.
• Performs testing and debugging to ensure quality.
• Develops software using Agile development methodologies.
• Participates in design, architecture and build phases with architects.
• Collaborates with peers to ensure compatibility with existing hardware and software.

Skills

Programming languages

RESTful APIs

APIs

Agile methodologies

Software design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma / GED + 4 years experience

Tools

Spring Boot

.NET

Node.js

React

Angular

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MySQL

NoSQL databases

Job description

Software Engineer II

Location: Deerfield, IL

Job Summary

This role performs and implements activities that impacts components / processes of specified functional areas of the Walgreens business software products OR Digital/Online application in an Agile environment. Work is typically received in short-term assignments that often require the application of independent judgment. Operates within the context of defined procedures that provide desired functionality to digital solutions, products and programs, typically for intermediary, basic to complex systems. Implements activities that influence entry to mid-level components of the functional area.

Job Responsibilities

• Writes code that meets specifications. Develops software applications and tools.
• Completes programming and performs testing and debugging applications
• Develops software applications and tools using Agile development methodologies.
• Participates actively in the design, architecture and build phases, to aim at producing high quality deliverables, working with existing architects where appropriate.
• Participates in the evaluation of compatibility of programs with existing communications hardware and software features. Develops professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Builds productive internal/external working relationships.
• Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Usually works with some supervision, conferring with superiors on unusual or complex matters
• Demonstrates proficiency in several areas of the professional function.
• Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization
• Effectively resolves problems and roadblocks as they occur. Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization.
• Interacts with internal and external peers and/or managers to exchange semi-complex information related to assigned activities.
• Acts as individual contributor as well as team member
• Utilizes experience in order to identify problematic relationships.
• Anticipates, prevents and eliminates problems and creates efficient fixes.
• Gathers and updates necessary information and communicates to appropriate parties.

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni-channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field OR a High School Diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or related field
• Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field
• Experience writing code for applications or automation
• Experience with programming languages for online applications, microservices, APIs or mobile applications
• Experience building ,testing applications or automation
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Willing to travel up to/at least 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications

• Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and web services.
• Spring Boot, .NET, Node.js, React, Angular, or similar frameworks.
• Microservices architecture.
• API design and integration.
• SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL databases.
• Database design and query optimization.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits

Salary Range: $100000 - $175000 / Salaried