Senior Software Engineer

Western Governors University • Full-time • Hybrid in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States • $140,200 - $217,200 / year • 2w ago

Fast Facts

WGU is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to drive the design and development of innovative web applications, enhancing access to online higher education.

Responsibilities: Develop web applications using Java and related technologies, manage tasks under pressure, deliver projects on time, and ensure effective communication with clients and team members.

Skills: Expertise in Java, RESTful services, web development technologies, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills are required.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with at least 6 years of experience in web application development and familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, with occasional travel required.

Compensation: $140200 - $217200 / Annually

Fast Facts

WGU is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative software solutions aimed at enhancing access to higher education through its online programs.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include developing web applications using Java and related technologies, managing multiple tasks under pressure, delivering high quality projects on time, and ensuring effective communication with clients and team members.

Skills: Required skills include expertise in Java, RESTful services, web technologies, strong problem-solving capabilities, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with a minimum of 6 years' experience in web-based applications development and familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Location: This position is based in Salt Lake City, United States, with occasional travel required.

Compensation: $140200 - $217200 / Annually

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Technical 410Pay Range: $140,200.00 - $217,200.00

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for the research, design, development, analysis, testing, and implementation of software operating or application systems. They communicate project information to client, project manager, or other design personnel working on projects. They maintain good working relationships with clients and staff. They write and maintains complete documentation. They support team members and ensures established goals and deadlines are met. They keep management informed of status and significant problems.

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Develop web applications and web services using Java/Microservices, Spring Boot, RESTful API, Maven, XML, HTTP, and other web technologies.
Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in high-pressure environments; excelling at pinpointing and resolving problems in early project stages to avoid cost/time expenses.
Deliver high quality projects on time, through ability to design architecture, write high quality code, and execute effective unit tests.
Optimize performance tuning for high utilization 24x7 access.
Integrate third party products with existing infrastructure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work equally well in self-managed and team-based Agile projects.
Work with internal customers to gather business processes and project requirements.
Researches, designs, and develops computer software systems, in conjunction with hardware product development applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
Analyzes software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
Consults with hardware engineers and other engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, and operational and performance requirements of overall system.
Formulates and designs software system, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
Develops and directs software system testing procedures, programming, and documentation.
Ensures work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
Performs miscellaneous projects as assigned.
Updates technical skills as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

Experience with Web Services development: REST/SOAP/SOA/XML/HTML
Good understanding of issue troubleshooting and performance tuning
Commitment to quality through the ability to translate complex technical requirements into functional software using best practices to write high quality code.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working equally well in self-managed and team-based Agile projects and the ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to other team members.
Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle and Science of Learning and Development (SOLD) design principles

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 6 years' experience and a proven track record in developing web-based applications and web services using Java, SOAP, REST, XML, ServiceNow, Salesforce API Integration (APEX and REST endpoints), AWS, GitHub and other web technologies, including experience interfacing with databases, and integrating third party products with existing infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Jira
Agile/Scrum project development
PHP
Python
Hibernate/Seam
Banner
DROOLS, JBOSS
Application Integration with legacy systems
JSF, J2EE, Java EE, jQuery, JavaScript
SQL
Oracle or Salesforce database interface

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This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.