Software Developer Senior

Company: Educational Testing Service
Location: Princeton
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Position Summary: Under general direction, the Senior Software Developer develops strategic solutions for new services and functionality. This role designs software and participates in programming, testing and documentation through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Timely and effective communications to the team, organization and outside vendors are regularly disseminated as part of this job function. Responsibilities: Formulate and define system scope and objectives for assigned projects Develop appropriate software solutions to requests for new services and functionality Develop detailed specifications, application coding, unit and systems testing for the IT department Examine, devise and modify procedures to solve moderately complex problems in regard to existing system capabilities, operating time or the form of desired results Coordinate and support software production schedules and processing Work with units throughout ETS to ensure smooth delivery of existing services and program modifications Support the planning and training of internal clients when new applications are launched or new processes are put in place Provide peer leadership and collaborate with Leads, team members and other development staff Conduct project tracking activity and walk throughs of software code to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures Work with development team on implementation of new technologies Independently develops software, codes, tests and debugs Recommend modification to existing processes and new procedures to solve complex problems considering the existing system limitations, operating time and desired results Collaborate with team members as well as across FCEs/SBUs to identify ways to improve existing processes and technical output Proactive identification of gaps (especially across areas) and escalate in a timely and appropriate manner Create and update all relevant documentation and specifications for design, development, and testing Escalate problems of complex technical circumstances to appropriate channels Promote policies that foster quality standards and industry best practice Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function Education, Certifications, or Special Licenses: Bachelor---s degree in Computer Science with additional coursework in management, information processing or a related field. May also possess a combination of education and relevant work experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be drawn. Relevant Years of Experience: Minimum of 4-7 years of progressively responsible software development experience Proven success in designing, coding and implementing scalable software solutions using modern technology and practices Strong/Expert level proficiency in building and deploying cloud-native solutions with Amazon AWS (CDK, CFTs, variety of AWS services, provisioning Infrastructure as code) Expert level proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Spring Frameworks,Hibernate, Junit, XML, JSON, Strong experience in web service development (RESTful/json) Proficiency in RDS, Oracle, PostGreSQL Experience with GitLab CI/CD, Containerization, Splunk Experience developing web applications using (Angular, KendoUI, RichFaces, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) Experience building serverless applications on AWS using API Gateway, Lambda, SQS, SNS, IAM Roles/Permissions, DynamoDB. Experience in using Collaborative tools (Jira/Confluence) for task management, breakdown, estimation and tracking. Understanding of Agile techniques and ability to rapidly iterate in a dynamic environment Strong problem solving, analytical, and communications skills LI-ER1 DICE COVID-19 Requirements ETS requires all new hires to either certify that they have been fully vaccinated or request and obtain an exemption due to medical or religious reasons by their start date. EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of Women and Minorities. EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE is a Drug-free workplace.

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