Software Engineer

Description

Perform design and architectural activities to allow for development of the most effective solution for a given situation. Includes creating drawings, diagrams, project plans or other supporting documentation as needed to communicate and assist in analysis and deployment. Also includes knowledge of deployed and upcoming PIIRS supported technologies, initiating communication, recommending design specifications and proposing implementation plans. (40%) Troubleshoot and tune the application, databases and system monitors as needed to overcome or prevent disruptions or improve performance. Includes analyzing errors and system information (with other support groups as needed), executing system utilities, developing and implementing automation or performing configuration modifications for resolution. (15%) Manage small to midsize projects. Includes determining project requirements, financial analysis, establishing timelines, managing individual and team cooperation, overcoming obstacles, communicating status to stakeholders and delivering the final product. (10%) Consult with customers to define usage requirements and recommend potential solutions or work arounds, in accordance with established PIIRS Service Management principles and tool capabilities. (10%) Test, implement, configure and tune addon products supported by the group. (5%) Work with other Technical Services groups to assist in the design and/or support of the application, its related databases, servers, storage, system monitors and integration with supporting infrastructure. (5%) Research and recommend existing and new technologies and relevant best practice implementations. This includes involvement with proof of concept testing, supporting documentation, etc. (5%) Prepare and present analyses, reports, presentations or demonstrations to various audiences for communication or promotional purposes. (5%) Perform application administrative functions to maintain user and group access and security policies.RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS Serve as a project coordinator and/or lead for complex projects Provide mentoring and training of less experienced staff May provide input in the hiring process (interviews, screen resumes, etc.)