Software Engineer Consultant

Overview

This position provides technical guidance on complex strategic projects. Facilitates the creation and implementation of software systems and software development. Consults on software evaluations, feasibility studies, and new technologies. Specializes in software development and integration with third party solutions. Recommends processes and products that meet strategic goals while aligning with the Bank’s long-term technology direction.

This position provides technical guidance on complex strategic projects. Facilitates the creation and implementation of software systems and software development. Consults on software evaluations, feasibility studies, and new technologies. Specializes in software development and integration with third party solutions. Recommends processes and products that meet strategic goals while aligning with the Bank’s long-term technology direction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Software Development Support
  - Supports software development through the creation of software utilities or other means to support effective software development activities/solutions. Evaluates software specifications to determine feasibility of use in particular infrastructures. Analyzes, presents, and implements necessary development and/or infrastructure changes.
• Technical Expert
  - Maintains a strong knowledge of technology trends and impact on the Bank’s infrastructure in order to provide relevant consultative guidance. Trains and mentors others on new technologies.
• Consultation
  - Provides technical advice and direction to associates, management, and developmental project teams. Utilizes expertise to consult and develop software to solve complex technical problems.
• Business Strategy
  - Acts as a trusted advisor on strategies that align developmental projects with long-term business needs and technological direction. Assists management in implementing initiatives or strategies across the division.

• Extensive knowledge of computer science and system design
• Ability to apply knowledge of extensive experience working with complex systems designs
• Mastery of multiple programming languages and environments
• Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on a rotating basis (as needed)

Minimum Required

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years' experience OR High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 12 years' experience in Software application development and maintenance

Preferred Education:

Other

Preferred Area of Study:

Computer Science, Information Systems

Preferred Area of

Experience:

Information Technology, Application Development

Preferred Licenses or

Certifications:

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