Training Manager

Job Type: Full-Time Employee

Position Title: Principal Software Engineer

Location: Danbury, CT

POSITION SUMMARY

Our client is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join a dynamic team and collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, product and project managers, and senior leadership, while also interfacing with manufacturing, customer support, and external partners to deliver high-performance machine control solutions.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

· Work as part of or lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers to gather requirements, architect, design, implement and deploy real-time software to control high speed mail processing equipment

· Coordinate deliverables that affect multiple projects or products.

· Define, perform or guide all aspects of system level testing and utilize results to improve solution performance

· Lead cross functional project teams on high-risk projects to success against critical deadlines

· Plan and maintain project schedules, ensure solutions meet all requirements and are delivered within specified timeframes and budget allocations

· Collaborate closely with project team members, product management and internal and external partners

MINIMUM SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

·10 years of experience with large-scale, object-oriented software design & development over the full life cycle process

·8 years software development with strong C++ programming skills

· Experience designing software controls for mechatronic systems

· Experience with real-time operating systems, such as RTX

· Proficiency using a systems level approach to developing solutions

· Superior analytical and creative problem-solving skills

· Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex system level problems, including mechanical and electrical issues under tight timeframes

· Experience working with Agile development methodologies

· Experience in software quality assurance and testing

· Must have good project management skills and be able to prioritize, multitask and collaborate effectively in a fast paced, multidisciplinary group environment.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to converse with engineers and non-engineers of diverse backgrounds and present to senior management

· BS or MS Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

PREFERRED

· Experience with Java, C#, .NET, ASP.net

· Knowledge of web-based service architecture and application development

· Experience with database technologies including SQL Server and Oracle

· Knowledge of network protocols, hardware and standards

· Experience with motion control and servo motor control

· Knowledge of mailing and paper handling applications