Software Engineer

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position SummaryCandidate must be local to Atlanta, GA - Hybrid Role

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Software Development Engineer: Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Manage and lead the delivery of new product features, implementations, integrations to SGI and 3rd parties, maintenance, and other technical projects. 
• Work closely with internal and external customers to make sure that applications meet the needs of the business and SGI’s SLAs.
• Coordinate the establishment and execution of product development and architectural roadmaps that align with the company’s overall vision. 
• Ensure delivery of quality work with clear, well-commented code as scheduled in accordance with technical design and product requirements.
• Help refine and enforce team standards for development and testing activities.
• Adhering to SGI’s and industry security standards.
• Strong knowledge of software testing.
• Maintain project-related documentation in anticipation of internal and third-party audits.
• Assist in the preparation of responses to RFPs including technical responses, sizing, costing, schedules, product demonstration and other related tasks.
• Maintain up to date knowledge on new programming methods and technologies to anticipate and accommodate future changes dictated by business and technical growth.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members. 
• Travel requirements: Up To: 20%.
• Although infrequent, overtime and weekend hours may be required to meet project schedules and other deadlines. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent education
• Familiarity with SQL Server Object tools (SSRS)
• SQL Data tools

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience. 
• 2 or more years programming experience, preferably in a large-scale transaction processing or other complex system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Reporting Services.
• Working knowledge in ETL and writing stored procedures.
• Working knowledge of Database Maintenance skills.
• Working knowledge of Team Foundation Server (TFS) for source control and collaboration.
• Working knowledge of design patterns and clean coding practices.
• Working knowledge of security best practices as they relate to software engineering.
• Experience in SQL Server design and development patterns. This includes SSRS, Stored Procedures, Views, and complex T-SQL.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or migrations from MS SQL to PostgreSQL.
• Familiar with developing or debugging .NET code.
• This position requires a well-rounded software engineer that is willing to work in any area of the system that requires maintenance and/or new development.
• Experience in Customer Interaction and Requirements Analysis.
• Experience in software design and architecture best practices.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal communication and writing skills.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.

Years of Related Experience

Years of experience 2 to 5 years

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. 
 

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