Applications Programmer III; B​/OSS

Job Location s: US-AZ-Chandler

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Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.

Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.

We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

• Design, develop, and maintain billing and provisioning software applications, including new programs, enhancements, and modifications
• Participate fully in Agile Scrum team development cycle, including design discussions
• Develop and maintain Java based applications
• Participate in backlog issue management by ensuring stories are written correctly, acceptance criteria are fully captured, and issues follow the defined workflow to lead to successful commitments.
• Participate fully in end-to-end development from frontend systems to backend systems
• Review peer code against team agreed code standards and industry best practices
• Produce new builds/patches and deployments upon completion of development tasks
• Assist with the integration, documentation, and launch of new product offerings
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions to ensure proper product direction for business and customer needs
• Independently recognize and propose solutions to issues and defects in a timely manner
• Support customer efforts through beta, integration testing, and production release cycles
• Maintain appropriate documentation for external integrators and internal customers

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• 5+ years of relevant experience in software development
• 3+ years of working in telecom domain
  • Programming languages C, C++, Python, Perl, Java
  • Database (Oracle, MySQL)
  • Knowledge of Telecom Network Elements (HLR, HSS)
  • Provisioning and Billing
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with solutions
• Be comfortable managing upward, including being a proactive communicator and asking for help when needed
• Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
• Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge

• Knowledge or familiarity working in telecom billing systems (Oracle BRM or any equivalent)
• Experience developing automation tools and products.
• Knowledge of AWS or relevant cloud technologies

• Occasionally work extended hours during releases or troubleshooting of any critical customer impacting issues
• Provide production support after hours for any critical issues that cannot wait till next working day

This position primarily works in the company office or in a home office. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. For meetings in-person, this position will need to be able to stand, walk within the office, and climb stairs on occasion.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.