Software Design Engineer Fully Remote, but prefer candidates located in Redmond, WA 98052
Note: MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is NOT open to 3rd party providers.SUMMARY: - The main function of a Software Engineer is to design, develop, implement, test, and maintain business and computer applications software or specialized utility programs including mainframe and client/server applications, and major enhancement of existing systems
RESPONSIBILITIES: - Fine-tune and improve a variety of sophisticated software implementation projects
- Gather and analyze system requirements, document specifications, and develop software solutions to meet client needs and data
- Analyze and review enhancement requests and specifications
- Implement system software and customize to client requirements
- Prepare the detailed software specifications and test plans
- Code new programs to client's specifications and create test data for testing
- Modify existing programs to new standards and conduct unit testing of developed programs
- Create migration packages for system testing, user testing, and implementation
- Provide quality assurance reviews
- Perform post-implementation validation of software and resolve any bugs found during testing
Typical Day in the Role: - Purpose of the Team: The Platform Validation Team supports Microsoft by taking care of all the environment programs that the Surface organization is planning to release and working on the validation for those programs. They are preparing test tools and a reporting mechanism to ensure proper validation and reporting of test results.
- Key Projects: This role will contribute to working on building a reporting tool for test results.
- Typical Task Breakdown and Operating Rhythm: The role will consist of the following, 5-10% in meetings; 10-20% in documentation; 85-70% spent on coding
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required
- At least 0-2 years' experience required
- A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design
- large systems software design and development experience
- Experience performing in-depth troubleshooting and unit testing with both new and legacy production systems
- Experience in programming and experience with problem diagnosis and resolution
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Candidate Requirements: - Years of Experience Required: At least 2 overall years of experience in the field
- Degrees or Certifications Required: No degree is required to be eligible for this role
- Disqualifiers: Candidates with lack of experience with C and Python, or if they have not worked on tool development projects will not be eligible for the role
- Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain experience in tool development projects, and demonstrated experience with working on projects in test tooling and reporting mechanisms
- Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on quality of work and meeting deadlines
Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience - Minimum 2 years' experience with C
- Minimum 2 years' experience with Python
- Minimum 2 years' experience with tool development
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.req22553-1