What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer II position at The Gowan Co.?
Position Summary:
The Software Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions using Microsoft and related technologies. This role supports business needs through application development, database management, and system integrations. The position requires advanced coding skills, strong SQL expertise, and experience building applications within the Microsoft ecosystem. The Software Engineer II also participates in code reviews, mentors peers, and ensures high-quality, secure, and reliable solutions are delivered.
Location: Yuma, AZ
Reports to: IT Manager, Software Engineering
Job Status:
- Full-Time
- Salaried
- Exempt
- On-Site
Role Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using ASP.NET/.NET Core.
- Create, manage, and optimize SQL Server databases using SSMS.
- Build and customize solutions within Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate).
- Develop RESTful APIs, consume web services, and work with JSON/XML data formats.
- Write and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell.
- Support application integrations; experience with Boomi iPaaS preferred.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and designers to define requirements and deliver solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, agile ceremonies, and maintain technical documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development practices, including CI/CD pipelines and cloud adoption.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Experience / Skills / Abilities:
- 5–7 years of professional software development experience.
- Proficiency in C# and .NET Core.
- Strong SQL skills and experience with SQL Server.
- PowerShell scripting experience.
- JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design skills.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, Teams, etc.).
- Familiarity with Git and version control best practices.
- Knowledge of Azure cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices architecture.
- Experience with automated testing frameworks preferred.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, not required.
Job Expectations / Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced environment requiring prioritization and problem-solving.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and technologies.
- Occasional travel (up to 30%) to support global teams and system implementations.
- Extended periods of desk/computer work; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Commitment to confidentiality, data security, and coding standards.