Senior Software Engineer

Description

Why join our team at Definiti? If you enjoy tackling challenges and believe in delivering exceptional client service, Definiti may be perfect for you. You can make a difference by helping to improve and secure many retirements, while also helping to grow a dynamic organization. Most roles are fully remote, so you need to be comfortable using technology, be productive in a home office with a reliable internet connection to stay in touch with your team and deliver high-quality service to our clients. Definiti supports your professional growth through comprehensive training and industry credentials and certifications. Definiti is a national retirement services company that helps clients manage and administer their retirement plans. We help clients define what's possible and what’s next for their retirement plans. PURPOSE OF POSITION This position will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating business solutions and software for Definiti use. This position will be part of an Agile Scrum development team, building and working on enterprise-grade software systems, integration APIs, and AI solutions using Microsoft .NET, Foundry, and Power Platform development stack. The position requires good communication skills, the ability to work together in a cross-functional technical team as well as providing support to clients. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Build and support distributed n-tier applications using .NET to provide the most efficient and reliable systems for the organization · Maintain high standards of software quality, reliability, security, and maintainability; Follow established coding, testing, documentation, and source-control standards; Ensure that all security policies are followed and enforced · Knowledge of project management and Agile/SCRUM software development techniques to complete the requirements of software applications · Participate actively in Agile/Scrum planning, estimation, backlog refinement, sprint delivery, and retrospectives to support predictable software delivery · Partner with the Director of Software Engineering & Data Platforms[JP1] [JR2] to contribute technical and systems-design expertise for the architecture, development, testing, implementation, and support of software applications within established architecture standards · Design and maintain relational database applications using Entity Framework, migrations, stored procedures, tables, and SQL best practices · Follows best practices for SQL; Document database changes and support data integrity, performance, and maintainability · Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, perform root-cause analysis, document corrective actions, and implement durable fixes that improve application reliability · Design, develop, document, and unit test applications in accordance with established standards; · Perform peer code reviews and provide actionable technical feedback · Proactively engage product owners in design, priority setting, development of user stories, and implementation of projects · Support[JP3] application, API, and data-integration activities related to acquisitions, system consolidations, and technology-modernization initiatives · Facilitate meetings and training demos as necessary; Present and explain solution design decisions and justifications in walkthrough sessions with stakeholders and IT team members · Recognize problems or situations that are new and find solutions using a systematic, multi-step approach · Knowledge of concurrency desired for increasing performance and scalability of system -Provide day-to-day technical leadership and mentorship to software developers, helping remove technical blockers, reinforce engineering standards, and support successful sprint delivery as assigned · May serve in a Scrum Master role for an agile team as needed · Stay current on industry trends, development improvements (AI) and relevant technology advancements Requirements COMPETENCIES REQUIRED · Experience in C#, .NET/MVC/Entity Framework, Visual Studio 2022 or higher, HTML5, SCSS/CSS, Javascript, REST Web API, and PostgreSQL / Azure. · Stay current on industry trends and advancements to facilitate future development needs to provide most efficient support to end users. · Experience in RPA (Robotic Process Automation) development, Microsoft CoPilot Studio, Microsoft Bot framework is a plus. · Experience designing and supporting CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, release controls and rollback procedures · Proficiency working within Agile/Scrum development teams using tools such as Azure DevOps/Boards or Jira · Excellent written and oral communication skills · Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work at an elevated pace with efficiency and precision · Self-starter with ability to perform independently, exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and deliver results with minimal supervision · Strong facilitation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS · High School diploma or GED required · Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, computer information systems, or related field preferred · 8+ years of software development experience using the Microsoft technology stack, including experience delivering enterprise applications and integrations for Software Development Lifecycle REMOTE WORKING REQUIREMENTS As a remote-first company, we have compiled expectations for a successful remote work environment: Ability to build rapport with others remotely while working productively with limited in-person interaction Have access to a reliable and consistently strong, high-speed internet connection suitable for remote work. A stable, high-speed internet connection is essential for effective communication, collaboration, and productivity while working remotely Designate a quiet, and well-lit space free of as many distractions as possible Be online and available to work during designated business hours in local time zone Accustomed to using Microsoft Teams (or similar virtual-meeting applications) to meet with colleagues regularly on video and use the chat feature for quick communications. We utilize many Microsoft Teams features (such as Channels and file storage) for announcements, relevant conversations, and file sharing. Familiarity with Microsoft Teams is a plus Accustomed with file-storage and file-sharing tools such as Microsoft SharePoint BENEFITS Definiti has a dynamic, growth-focused culture, and we are committed to offering attractive employee-centric benefits, including: A virtual-first work philosophy for most jobs 401(k) with up to 4% match Flexible PTO allows you to take the time you need for wellness, vacations, and personal matters. We foster a trusting environment where employees manage their workloads responsibly. Time off doesn’t accrue. 12 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays, and your birthday is a holiday Paid Parental Leave A variety of medical, dental and vision plan options including Definiti subsidized premiums Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance Bonus plan eligibility