Application Software Engineer

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

Designs and develops software applications and assists with the ongoing support and improvement of existing systems. Conducts detailed analysis of functional and technical requirements to create clear specifications. Produces efficient, maintainable code using appropriate programming, scripting, and database languages. Performs unit testing and supports integration and deployment activities. Creates and maintains application documentation, including process and data flow diagrams, and participates in troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with end users and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and validate requirements; translate needs into technical specifications. Perform coding, debugging, testing, configuration, and analysis to develop new features or modify existing application programs. Participate in solution design activities with guidance from senior engineers; contribute to design reviews and technical discussions.
• Develop and execute unit tests; assist with integration and system testing; document and track defects through resolution. Produce and maintain application documentation including technical specifications, process flows, and data flow diagrams. Support build and release activities by developing build plans, assisting with deployments, and validating changes across environments.
• Conduct code reviews (as assigned) and incorporate feedback to improve code quality, readability, and maintainability. Troubleshoot application issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement fixes following change management practices. Follow enterprise standards and best practices for version control, secure coding, and SDLC/ALM processes.
• Support application integrations and data exchange patterns using APIs and database techniques, as assigned. Participates in an IT department on-call rotation for after-hours assistance. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending and participating in appropriate training. Ensure company confidentiality.
• Commute to NLR campus weekly

Excellent Benefits Package including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Prescription Discount Card
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401k+match
• Bonus Potential
• Employee Assistance Program

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience. One (1) to Two (2) years of professional experience in application development (internships/co-ops may be considered). Exposure to the full SDLC (requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and support). Experience documenting technical solutions or business processes is a plus. Object-oriented programming in one or more languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal working conditions as found within an office setting, wherein there is controlled temperature and a low noise level, plus a minimum of distractions.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The following physical activities 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 and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.