IHS: Software Developer I

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Job Description:

Applies the principles of software engineering to design, develop, maintain, test, and evaluate computer software that provide business capabilities, solutions, and/or product suites. Provides systems life cycle management (e.g., analyses, technical requirements, design, coding, testing, implementation of systems and applications software, etc.) to ensure delivery of technical solutions is on time and within budget. Researches and supports the integration of emerging technologies. Provides knowledge and support for applications’ development, integration, and maintenance. Develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. Analyzes requirements, tests, and integrates application components. Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented. May focus on web/internet applications specifically, using a variety of languages and platforms. Defines application complexity drivers, estimates development efforts, creates milestones and/or timelines, and tracks progress towards completion.
Provides specific functional expertise that is theoretical and conceptual in nature. This expertise is typically acquired through a combination of university education and experience within a field. May have responsibility for supervising others in the capacity of a “player coach” but primary focus is individual expertise. Particularly at higher levels, sophisticated subject matter expertise is a requirement for success.
Applies conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and/or procedures within a job discipline. Performs routine assignments, typically under direct guidance from senior colleagues or as defined in established procedures or practices. Identifies problems in standard work processes and seeks guidance to resolve them when they are unfamiliar. Impacts the quality of own work. Often the entry level to a professional career progression that typically requires a formal university degree. Roles in this level may be held by individuals who have gained knowledge through extensive UPS experience with or without a degree
Agile Engineering Best Practices
• Develops an understanding of the software development lifecycle and the various agile engineering practices that can be used (e.g., in planning, requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, acceptance testing).
• Learns the pros and cons of agile methodologies.
• Assists on software development projects where agile engineering methods (e.g., Extreme Programming, Feature Driven Development) are applied.
Project Management
• Reviews overarching project timeline and develops a schedule of tasks to achieve project milestones.
• Works with more experienced team members to identify resources required to support a project
• Keeps relevant stakeholders informed of progress toward or changes to task timing that impacts the project schedule.
Troubleshooting
• Collects information to understand problems and identify their origin.
• Researches precedents and known solutions for basic or routine problems.
• Implements prescribed steps and ensures effective resolution, escalating troubleshooting if needed.
Application Development/Programming
Develops and tests standard software applications and related programs and procedures to ensure they meet design requirements.
System and Technology Integration
Understands the importance of system and technology integration and the basic features and facilities involved in the integration process.
Technology Advising/Consulting
• Listens actively and questions/clarifies information to ensure understanding of customer technology needs.
• Promotes the organization’s current offerings to customers.
• Effectively communicates customer requirements and identifies technical issues.

Grade: 20D

Employee Type:

Permanent

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Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.