What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer III position at FedEx Freight?
Company Name: FedEx Freight, Inc.
Job Title: Software Engineer III
Location: 597 Bennett Lane, Lewisville, TX 75057
Job Description: This position plays a key role in the design, development and troubleshooting,
and debug software systems, contributing to both enhancements and the creation of new product
offerings. Lead end-to-end development of complex software concepts, from initial design through
to deployment. Plan, execute, and validate systems programming tests, including the integration
of interfacing and software tests. Provide mentorship and support to junior team members,
fostering professional growth and technical proficiency. Research and integrate emerging
technologies to enhance application capabilities. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as
well as company policies/procedures. Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent* in Computer Science, Engineering, Information
Systems or other quantitative discipline plus 3 years of experience in the job offered or 3 years of
experience in information technology or engineering environment. The employer will alternatively
accept a Master’s degree in in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or other
quantitative discipline plus 1 year of experience in the job offered or 1 year qualifying work experience
in information technology or engineering environment in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent* plus
3 years of experience. The position requires experience with: Demonstrated ability to work
independently and collaboratively in fast paced, dynamic environments. Strong leadership, customer
and people development skills. Strong problem solving, project management and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Microsoft Azure Cloud technologies (Azure
Databricks, Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Dev Ops (ADO)). Azure Synapse Analytics. ETL
workflow tools Python and SQL. Data Governance and Data Quality Frameworks. Management and
leadership (PMP/Scrum Certification). Machine Learning Development and Frameworks
(TensorFlow). CI/CD Jenkins Pipeline. Ab Initio.
Position requires domestic travel approximately 10% of the time to various worksites. This position
will be hybrid in Lewisville, TX and candidates must live within a 50-mile radius. This position is
hybrid, meaning that employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several
times per week. *Employer will accept one (1) year of directly related experience in lieu of one (1)
year of education.*