Lead Software Engineer

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Whether we’re developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward. Which is why we work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we’re able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.

Who We're Looking For

A Lead Software Development Engineer has the responsibilities to develop anddesign new applications and perform life cycle support for existing applications. In this role, you will support the development effort for subsystems (or major components) of large-scale projects.

This position is also responsible for building, delivering, enhancing and supporting Syniverse Products and Services. The incumbent will be technically hands on, possess a good experience and skill across engineering functions.

Job Description

Some of What You'll Do

Scope Of The Role

• Direct Reports: This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Development of complex software modules conforming to the functional/ performance/ user experience requirements
• Development and automation and execution of Unit and Functional Tests to demonstrate the conformance of software with the functional/ performance/ user experience requirements
• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
• Assist in the requirements phase for projects.
• Create agile stories from high-level design documents utilizing Object Oriented or Structured. Methods that contain items such as low-leveling state machine diagrams, common procedural definitions, database design elements. 
• Code and unit test an application from detailed design specifications, within an Agile framework.
• Integration testing across interfacing functional groups. 
• Assist engineers assigned to the project by providing technical guidance through the development phases of the project. 
• Document thorough release notes detailing the implementation process according to company procedures. 
• Assist operations with the actual implementation of an application. 
• Perform post-implementation monitoring and testing to insure the release is functioning as expected. 
• Work with Product Support to research customer reported problems. 
• Using company’s test environment and emulation tools, duplicate problematic scenarios reported by the customer. 
• Research and recommend new technology, methodologies to help increase overall efficiencies.
  
  

Experience, Education, And Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 5-8 years experience in a development environment.
• Experience with Integrated Development Environments and design patterns.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile software design processes and methods.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Solid understanding of system architecture and statistical and benchmark testing.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools.
• Knowledge of version control systems.
• Ownership/Accountability for tasks/projects.
• Work well within a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Independent work habits.
• Proven ability to deliver quality software on time.
• Act with a sense of urgency .
• Maintain composure in a stressful environment.
  
  

Why You Should Join Us

Join us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.

At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.

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