Senior Software Engineer; Python Programming

Position: Senior Software Engineer (Python Programming)
### Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over
** 120
* * years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.

Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

When you join us, you'll find:

Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.### What You Will Contribute:###
** ESSENTIAL

JOB DUTIES:

*** Analyzing the Marketing Specification of a software product to build the technical definition/requirements document for the project.
* Designing the technical approach to the implementation step for all projects using generally accepted software engineering tools and procedures.
* Performing project management for projects as needed.
* Developing software products according to the product's definition document approved by Marketing.
* Conducting research in software and computer technology for use in new product development and/or enhancing existing products.
* Performing project management functions for the assigned projects by providing a list of all tasks involved in those assignments, an estimate of each one's completeness, an estimate of the number of hours needed to complete the task, and the relationship between all such tasks.
* Performing all needed documentation for the assigned development work.
* Performing software design, coding, and testing that is needed to complete the assignment.
* Interface with SQA to define test requirements.
* Ensuring that new concepts, ideas, and technologies are known, investigated, reviewed, and recommended for evaluation by the supervisor.
* Developing and maintaining self-improvement programs to assume greater responsibility and project assignments
* Maintain confidentiality of company intellectual property and customer information
* Travel to customer sites for product beta testing and investigation of customer issues as needed
*
* QUALIFICATIONS:

*** 5+ or more years of related experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
* Programming experience in Python, C#, Java, or other object-oriented languages
* ** Core Expertise:**  + Backend:
Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)  + Frontend:
React (with Type Script preferred)
* ** Additional

Skills:

**  + Experience building and deploying in
** AWS** (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda)  + Working knowledge of
** Elasticsearch** (a plus)  +

Experience with APIs (REST), CI/CD, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)  +
** Experience using AI-assisted development tools** (e.g., Git Hub Copilot, Code Whisperer, Tabnine) to improve productivity and code quality (a plus).
* Knowledgeable of software development concepts, processes, and tools
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* Ability to multitask, prioritize and work in a team environment
* Demonstrates strong initiative and motivation
* Demonstrates appropriate judgment and decision making#LI-Hybrid### Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
* Competitive Pay
* Annual Bonus
* Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
* Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
* 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
* Two Ways to Save for Retirement:
Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.  In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
* Employer Paid benefits including:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term…