Software Engineer (Multiple Openings)

Pmaconsultants; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

Time off with pay

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

PMA is seeking a software engineer to create and support software features using C++. You will develop and maintain features, implement business logic, and create user interfaces as needed. You will participate in code reviews, debug legacy code, and refactor for performance; upgrade libraries as required.

You will plan scope, review JIRA tasks, and contribute to sprint activities and UI/UX reviews. Responsibilities include building robust applications with database integrations, client-server,

Qualifications

• Three (3) years in the position above (e.g., Cloud Architect, Software Engineer, Application Development Analyst) or related software engineering role.
• Three (3) years using C# writing code for commercial applications.
• One (1) year using C++ in Windows applications and the Microsoft Foundation Class library.
• Experience with product testing and licensing using SmartBear.
• Building applications with database integrations.
• Understanding data structures and building algorithms.
• Version control systems and automated testing.
• Working with Jira in Agile and Scrum environments.
• Client-server, API, and web development.

Responsibilities

• Create and support software features in PMA's products using C++ and other tools.
• Develop and maintain new features in PMA products; implement business logic and UI as needed.
• Participate in code reviews and debug/upgrade legacy code.
• Refactor code to improve performance and maintainability; upgrade libraries.
• Plan scope of work, develop requirements, and review tasks in JIRA.
• Conduct sprint planning, UI/UX reviews, and daily standups.
• Develop unit and automated tests; create automated tests with TestComplete; manage test pipelines.

Skills

C++

C#

Windows apps

API development

Web development

Jira

Agile/Scrum

Version control

Data structures

Algorithms

Unit testing

TestComplete

UIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SmartBear

TestComplete

Jira

Job description

Responsible for creating and supporting software features in PMA's products using C++ programming and a variety of other tools. Develop and maintain new features in products developed at PMA. Identify changes and requirements for the new feature. Implement business logic for the new feature. Create user interfaces as needed. Participate and present in code reviews for any new changes. Debug and upgrade legacy source code. Implement and fix identified bugs in code from user-submitted reports or quality assurance testing. Refactor existing code to improve performance and maintainability. Upgrade the application source code to new versions of third-party libraries. Plan out the scope of work and develop requirements. Review upcoming tasks in JIRA. Feature planning discussions. Conduct UI/UX reviews. Sprint planning. Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders. Participate in daily standup calls and sidebars, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives. Develop unit and automated tests. Write unit tests to keep the source code controlled and bug-free. Help with creating automated tests in TestComplete. Assist with managing and running automated tests in TestComplete. Create, manage, and document automated build pipelines, from source code to installation packages, for daily, quality assurance, and release builds.

Location: 333 Wacker Dr., Suite 1840, Chicago, Cook County, IL 60606.

Telecommuting: Permitted 3 days a week.

Education: Bachelor's - Computer Science or a related technical field of study; will accept equivalent foreign degree.

Experience: Three (3) years in the position above, as a Cloud Architect, Software Engineer, Application Development Analyst, or in a related software engineering role.

Experience must include each of the following

• Three (3) years using C# writing code for commercial applications.
• One (1) year using C++ in Windows applications and the Microsoft Foundation Class library.
• Product testing and licensing using SmartBear.
• Building applications with database integrations.
• Data structures and building algorithms.
• Version control systems and automated testing.
• Working with Jira in Agile and Scrum environments.
• Client-server, API, and web development.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long‑term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self‑driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world‑class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a "Best Place to Work".

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• time off with pay
• 401(k) with company match
• life
• disability
• professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.