Sr. Software Engineer

Sr. Software Engineer

Onsite: Columbus, OH

About the Job

Duration: Long term Contract Position

Location: Onsite: Columbus, OH

Pay rate: Hourly

Job ID: 5220. Overview:

The Sr. Software Engineer is responsible for system analysis, design, development and testing for their assigned technical product(s) or application(s), within the context of an agile/DevOps delivery model. In addition, they will extend their DevOps responsibilities to take on Operations topics and may also fill the Agile delivery roles of Business Analyst and Scrum Master. Responsibilities:

Comments/Special Instructions

SAS CWF Skill Set

Python - Expert

SAS - Intermediate

Snowflake - Basic

SQL Server - Basic

IDMC / Power Center - Basic

R - Optional Experience

Bachelor's degree (Major in statistics, computer science, economics, engineering or similar quantitative field preferred) or equivalent experience.

5+ years of professional experience as a data scientist or similar in a corporate environment.

Experience using AI Tools; preferably Jupyter with Python, Data Robot, and SAS.

Experience using BI Tools; preferably Tableau

Experience using SQL; preferably Postgres SQL and T-SQL

3 years leading agile project delivery for analytical topics

3 years in the Financial Services or Automotive Industry (Preferred). Qualifications:

Key accountabilities of the function (pls. use suitable verbs as agree, verify, operate, support, prepare, decide, etc.)

Analysis and Design: Within the context of the Software Development Life Cycle and other relevant processes:

Analyze business requirements

Perform technical analysis of new and existing systems

Triage and analyze tickets

Develop design documentation and other relevant collateral

Estimate work effort

Support, guide and lead other associates in the understanding of legacy systems

Development and Testing: Utilize standard practices for development and delivery of projects and maintenance tickets including the following key tasks:

Coding and configuration

Code reviews and peer consultations

Unit testing and unit test development

System, integration and user acceptance test planning, execution and testing support

Defect management and resolution

Operations and Support: Fulfill the breadth of DevOps tasks, including:

Steering providers in the execution of tier 2 support tasks

Resolving escalated support topics

Leveraging and enhancing operations and development tools

Planning and executing upgrades and replacements to ensure that hardware and software components remain supported

Executing ITSM/ITIL processes to ensure ongoing stable operations and alignment with SLAs

Business Analysis: Execute the Business Analyst Agile Role by:

Building a strong understanding of the assigned business processes, functions, roles and rules

Owning the functional solution- the big picture story - of the initiative being delivered

Collaborating with the Business to elicit requirements, define acceptance criteria, and maintain a prioritized product backlog

Creating user stories to the level of granularity required by the team

Clarifying inconsistencies and resolving issues to bridge the gap between user expectations and the delivered product

Testing deliverables against a user story's acceptance criteria to validate that the delivered product meets the business goals

Scrum Master: Execute the Scrum Master Agile Role by:

Leading the Agile team in the adoption and execution of Agile processes

Planning and facilitating key Agile events including daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo and retrospective meetings

Collaborating with the Product Owner to manage the Product backlog

Clearing obstacles and enabling the efforts of the scrum team

Coordination and Administration: Support efficient work processes by:

Coordinating day to day activities with team members

Leading and mentoring other team members as appropriate

Coordinating release planning and off-cycle efforts

Resolving or escalating risks and issues

Executing resource planning and time tracking processes

Impact on innovations and changes (What is the expected extent of change of a function in terms of processes, systems, etc.?)

Balancing speed to market, product quality and cost in the design and implementation of technical solutions.

Developing technical solutions that appropriately account for both evolving technology and future business requirements.

Executing in an evolving agile environment

Purpose and subject of the interaction/communication with internal/external interfaces, negotiating mandate (e.g. What is communicated how to whom?)

Close collaboration with IT colleagues and the Business in the design and implementation of technical solutions.

Performance of activities and interactions with our internal and external customers through verbal or written communication should reflect adherence to the company's core values.

Educational Background / Professional Knowledge and Experience / Other Skills Education

Bachelor's Degree

Work experience, Leadership experience Requirements

5 - 10 years IT experience

3 - 5 years application development in a Microsoft environment Preferences

1 - 2 years Financial Services industry

Additional skills: special skills / technical ability etc.

Strong knowledge of common concepts, architectures and processes in software development.

Well-versed in dealing with common IT technologies (e.g. Java, .Net, C#, Web, databases, Siebel, or SAP)

Fully proficient in the core technologies used by BMW FS (C#, ASP, ASP.net, JavaScript, Angular JS, T-SQL)

Familiarity with financial services lease and loan applications.

Experience in a multi-location, international environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to sell complex topics with members of management at all levels. About our Company

DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:

Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical/Dental Insurance Group

Accident/Critical Illness Insurance

Life Insurance

401 (K)