Software Developer III

What this Job Entails: 

Software Developers play a key role in the design, installation, testing and maintenance of our software.

Scope: 

• Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways

• Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of their specialty

• Works on problems of a diverse scope 

• Receives little instruction on day to day work, general instruction on new assignments

Your Roles and Responsibilities:

• Consults with supervisor, systems analysts, other programmers, and end users to gather information about program intent, functions, features, data requirements, input requirements, output requirements, internal and external checks and controls, hardware and operating system environment, and interfaces with other systems.

• Designs and writes program specifications based on consultations with supervisor, systems analysts, other programmers, and end users.

• Converts designs and specifications into computer code.

• Compiles code into programs and corrects errors detected in the compile process.

• Creates test transactions and runs tests to find errors and confirm the program meets specifications.

• Analyzes code to find causes of errors and revise programs.

• Writes and maintains documentation of changes to computer code, programs, and specifications.

• Designs and codes layouts for onscreen user interfaces, printed outputs, and interfaces with other systems.

• Engages in user review and technical documentation written by others to confirm consistency with program operations.

• Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries regarding errors, problems, or questions with programs.

• Revises programs for corrections, enhancements, or system environment changes.

• Trains end users or technical support staff to use and support programs.

• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 5 to 8 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 

• Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise

• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions

• Experience with programming or computer science/engineering

• Familiarity with relational database schemas and SQL

• Knowledge of using modern developmental tools

• Knowledge of how to program a software program (windows or web based) that interacts with a relational database

• Knowledge of coding languages 

• Familiarity with various development methodologies

Physical Demand & Work Environment:

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing

• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment

• Must be able to use a computer

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively 

• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers