Software Engineer II

Tgw-System; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

TGW Systems Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Software Engineer II to join a team designing, developing, testing, and supporting TGW software solutions.

The role involves implementing features in C# and Java, collaborating with SMEs, and taking charge of testing and deployment activities. We expect a Bachelor's in CS or related field, 2+ years of software engineering experience, and ability to travel up to 40% (domestic and international).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• At least two years of software engineering experience.
• Travel up to 40% domestic and international.
• Experience with IDEs such as Visual Studio, Eclipse, NetBeans.
• Object-oriented languages and design principles.
• Knowledge of agile methods and source control practices.
• Effective communication and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with developers and SMEs to deliver successful implementations meeting customer expectations.
• Writes C# and Java code to meet functional and technical specifications.
• Writes and executes unit and integration tests.
• Performs software functional tests using an equipment emulation model.
• Supports onsite commissioning and post-implementation support.
• Provides on-call 24/7 technical support and mentorship to junior staff.
• Leads scrum process with regular meetings and task prioritization.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Job description

• Location 3001 ORCHARD VISTA DR SE,STE 300,Grand Rapids, MI, 49546-7094,United States
• Base Pay $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Mod Exempt
• Travel 40%

Description

The Software Engineer II is a mid-level engineer who works with a team of Software Engineers to design, develop, test, commission, and provide ongoing support of TGW software solutions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with developers and functional subject matter experts (SMEs) to deliver high quality, successful implementations that meet the customer’s expectations
• Writes C# and Java code to meet functional and technical specifications.
• Writes and executes unit and integration test plans.
• Performs software functional tests using an equipment emulation model.
• Supports onsite commissioning of software solutions as needed.
• Provides start-up and post-implementation support for implemented solutions, and participates in on-call rotation for 24/7 technical support.
• Serves as technical expert and mentors junior team members, providing guidance on best practices.
• Leads scrum process by conducting frequent scrum meetings and managing task priorities.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience: At least two (2) years of software engineering experience and experience with object-oriented environment.

Travel: Up to 40% domestic and international travel.

Skills & Abilities

• Experience with integrated development environment(s) (IDEs) such as Microsoft Visual Studio Eclipse, NetBeans, etc.
• Understanding of code optimization techniques, object-oriented languages, and design principles.
• Thorough grasp of asynchronous and parallel programming techniques.
• Solid understanding of product versioning and source control practices.
• Knowledge of agile methods and relational database application programming preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, internal and external.
• Robust knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary at a desk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to go to site frequently and move safely around industrial and/or warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift and carry supplies up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Ability to operate computers, tablets, phones, and other electronic devices.
• Ability to communicate with others verbally and in writing, on a frequent basis.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to job site temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather in geographic region.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

This position may require work at TGW customer sites. TGW’s customers may require background checks before accessing their sites. Refusal to participate in a customer-required background check may result in a customer barring access and a subsequent reduction in work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TGW Systems Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.