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The Senior Engineer role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying SaaS applications while adhering to Agile methodologies. The candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet business needs through innovative technological solutions.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include adhering to Agile development practices, collaborating with project teams, troubleshooting production issues, and participating in the release of new software.

Skills: Required skills include React, Node, Typescript, and Agile methodologies, with a preference for experience in RESTful web service development, AWS, and Test Driven Development.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and over four years of experience in web application design and development, particularly with SaaS platforms.

Location: This position is located in the United States of America.

Compensation: $103900 - $155900 / Annually

As a Sr. Engineer, you will be part of a team responsible for the application design, development, testing and deployment of mission critical SaaS applications for SEI.

The Sr. Engineer is responsible for the design and development of modifications to our custom developed SaaS application. This person will work closely with business analysts, key users, and the project team to assess business needs and determine/implement technology solutions using an agile methodology.

This person must have skills in converting specifications and procedures of moderate to high complexity into application and software solutions.

This person will also have experience developing in all tiers of an application and must possess knowledge of object-oriented programming techniques and patterns and how to apply them in variety application environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and promote Agile development methods, including Test Driven Development and setup of automated build environments.
• Recommend technical approaches that will help to deliver reliable and efficient code.
• Work within a fast paced Agile development environment.
• Perform analysis assistance, development (coding), and implementation of custom software to enhance value to the business per designed specifications.
• Collaborate with project team members and other information technology colleagues to create systems from defined customer requirements.
• Participate in and develop new software releases, work with QA in creating test plans, and assists in creating implementation plans.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions to existing production issues.
• Provide level 3 support of development after implementation of enterprise applications.
• Participates in the ongoing development of technical best practices.

Job Skills:

• React
• GraphQL
• Node
• Postgres Database
• Typescript
• Agile
• Jira
• Integration Platform as a Service
• ORM
• GCP / AWS

Work Experience:

• Four plus (4+) years experience in web application design, development, and implementation.
• Four plus (4+) years experience with the following required: React JS, Node, and Typescript.
• RESTful Web Service development and consumption.
• Experience with the following is preferred: Test Driven Development, AWS, Git, Jira.
• Experience working with SaaS based platforms and technologies.
• Cypress knowledge is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Other:

• If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered. 
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

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SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

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SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$103,900.00 - $155,900.00 - Salary

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.