Software Engineer

Designs, develops, modifies, adapts and implements short- and long-term solutions to technology needs through new and existing applications, systems architecture, network systems and applications infrastructure. Reviews system requirements and business processes; codes, tests, debugs, documents and implements software solutions. Provides application software development services typically in a defined project. Develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented. May test new software code and typically works in a highly efficient ("Agile") development environment.

• Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieves goals through own work
• Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
• May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills
• Builds knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Solves a range of straightforward problems
• Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction

Functional Knowledge:

• Requires understanding and application of procedures and concepts within own discipline and basic knowledge of other disciplines

Business Expertise:

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership:

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving:

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact:

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills:

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations