Software Development Engineer II

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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.
If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!
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Job Summary
As a Software Development Engineer II - Video Backend Services , you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and optimization of backend services that facilitate the delivery of Video service and metadata to various clients. Building on your foundational experience, you will take on more complex and challenging tasks, including the integration of backend services with external systems, performance optimization, and troubleshooting advanced technical issues. You will be responsible for leading the development of key features, contributing to architectural decisions, and ensuring that the services you develop are scalable, reliable, and efficient. This role requires a solid understanding of backend programming, network protocols, and database management, as well as the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. You will also mentor junior developers, sharing your knowledge and experience to help them grow in their roles.
As a Level II Software Development Engineer, you are expected to have a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality code that meets the needs of the business and its customers.
Responsibilities

• Lead the design, coding, testing, and deployment of backend services and features that provide Video services
• Work on integrating various backend services with external systems, ensuring seamless communication and data flow
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize the performance of backend services, focusing on improving scalability and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve more complex issues, including those related to network protocols, database performance, and service orchestration
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Level I Software Developers, helping them navigate technical challenges and grow their skills
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including CPE developers, Mobile developers, Web developers, network engineers, and product managers, to align project goals and technical requirements
• Participate in code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure the quality and maintainability of the codebase

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in backend development
• Google Cloud Certified Developer or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) a plus
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages (Java, C), including advanced features like multi-threading, concurrency, and asynchronous programming
• Understanding and application of design patterns such as Singleton, Factory, Observer, and MVC (Model-View-Controller) in software design.
• Experience with Spring Application Framework, including Spring Boot and WebMVC
• Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs, including handling authentication (e.g., OAuth), rate limiting, and error handling
• Understanding microservices architecture, including how to design, build, and manage microservices in a distributed system
• Detailed understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
• Experience in network programming, including socket programming, working with packet data, and implementing network services
• Strong skills in SQL, including writing complex queries, optimizing database performance, and managing relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Proficiency in working with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis) and understanding data replication and partitioning
• Experience with Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks like Hibernate understanding how to map database tables to objects in code
• Proficient in Git, including resolving merge conflicts, using rebase, and managing large codebases. Familiarity with branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow)
• Experience setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Bamboo, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI, including automated testing and deployment
• Proficient in writing automated tests (unit, integration, and end-to-end tests), using testing frameworks and tools (e.g., JUnit, Selenium)
• Strong debugging skills, including the use of advanced tools like debuggers, profilers, and log analyzers to diagnose and fix complex issues
• Experience with Eclipse and Spring Tools for Eclipse IDE's
• Experience with virtual machines (e.g., VMware, VirtualBox) or cloud environments (e.g., GCP) for development and testing
• Familiarity with containers, including creating and managing containers for development and testing environments
• Advanced scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell for automating complex tasks, including deployment and configuration management
• Basic understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.
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This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. Salary ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $100,246.00 - $164,689.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.
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