Software Engineer 3

Job Description

The software engineer III participates in the design, programming, testing, documentation and implementation and maintenance of complex computer applications and systems. Evaluates software packages, provides recommendations to management and business clients, and identifies best technology solutions. Identifies future needs for key technologies and techniques and develops plans for adoption.

Responsibilities

• Architects, designs, codes, tests, documents, implements and maintains complex application programs and interfaces. May act as senior contributor or technical lead on small to mid-sized projects. (30%)
• Provide technical support and maintenance of computer applications (packaged software or custom developed) and associated interfaces. 20%
• Provides some leadership for highly complex projects related to the development or implementation of new systems, architecture, applications or technology capabilities in support of business goals. (10%)
• Perform project planning, system analysis, software design and coding, testing, documentation, implementation and research activities as necessary for software engineering projects. (0-10%)
• Enhances existing systems; participates in client walkthroughs and technical design reviews. Aids in systems development planning and monitoring. Participates in design reviews and peer code walkthroughs. Provides client and application support. (10%)
• Perform software development and ensure conformance to performance optimization and interoperability standards and requirements. Work in adherence to secure development lifecycle practices and policies. (10%)
• Performs or assists in the research and fact-finding to develop or modify application programs. Includes working with vendors to review quality, adaptability and compatibility of their products. (5-10%)
• Act as the subject matter expert, and consult with clients on company's IT strategy and business requirements. (0-5%)
• Collaborate with IT teams from applications and infrastructure to identify technology deficiencies and improvement opportunities in practices and procedures. (0-5%)
• Stay current with industry standards techniques for software development, and apply them to development, testing, integration and reporting processes where appropriate. (0-5%)
• Consults with application users in developing functional/technical specifications. (0-5%) Consults with application users, evaluates user requests for new or modified computer applications and associated interfaces to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current systems and computer capabilities. (0-5%)
• May guide software engineer I/II in the completion of assigned projects. (0-5%)
• Provides technical input to assist in development of project planning. (0-5%)
• Performs any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. (0-5%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)
• A minimum of six years' experience in business software application design, development, integration and/or installation.
• Experience in supporting Utilities Customer service and Metering applications is preferred
• Knowledge of programming in client/server or web development environment.
• Experience in the industry, or in an environment whose scope, size and complexity are comparable.
• Knowledge of open systems object design methodologies, architecture methodologies, security practices and integration techniques.
• Knowledge of relational database technology, structured analysis concepts, and software design patterns.
• Effective project management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Business analysis aptitude including communications and interpersonal skills enabling an understanding of client's needs.
• Knowledge of information technology terms, equipment, systems, functions and major vendors.
• Experience integrating large disconnected enterprise-class systems in a robust, fault-tolerant manner consistent with industry standards.
• Able to work in a zero-code-ownership environment where the team members can modify any source file at any time.
• An understanding of deployment topologies (i.e. ensuring secure, highly available systems).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Availability for periodic on-call responsibilities.
• Experience integrating Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) solutions within an environment with strong change and release management processes and procedures.
• Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in Oracle and Microsoft SQL database development and query development
• Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in .NET and other current computing programming languages.
• Technical knowledge with hands-on experience in, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft SQL Reporting Services and Oracle business intelligence / reporting.
• Understanding of company's existing IT environment and of applicable company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

About Us

MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

About the Team

MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.