Lead Software developer

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead software developer is responsible for preparing design specifications to deliver product requirements defined by product management and product owner.

Lead and mentor Professional Band developers.

Collaborate, contribute, estimate and advise upper management and NPI teams for the definition of product development plans including research of technologies, budgets, and resource and tool requirements.

Take on frontline role in the handling of critical customer and business issues.

Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations.

Be part of an agile development team that develops PC based applications for configuring Gateways and RTUs

Own and develop software modules for each requirement as part of every agile iteration schedule

Work collaboratively with software validation teams to support implementation of test automation framework to enhance test coverage

Identify and ensure requirements traceability to product specifications

Identify and report defects detected during peer to peer reviews and unit testing

Work in resolution and prioritization of reported defects and work with software validation team to facilitate timely closure

Record and report development status on a continuous basis through agile tools

Support resolution of field and customer issues for tier 3/4 cases

Familiarity with electrical utility substation protocols, configuration tools, networking, information technology, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs).

Provide leadership by example and teamwork over multiple NPI project implementation and execution, as well as, all customer support and issues provided by team.

Lead design of complex software packages for the configuration and maintenance of Industrial Electronic Devices.

Ensure external/internal customer requirements (JIRA / Version 1) are logged, actionable as required and reported on a regular periodic basis.

Support GE Software Factory initiatives to enhance software development processes.

Assign and oversee development team during execution of NPI projects.

Mentor test team members by constructive feedback, sharing of best practices and experience, and bolstering support and providing backup to team members as required.

Work directly with other software development leads, business functional organizations and management to support all phases of New product Introduction (NPI) and Life Cycle Support (LCS) business activities and planning.

Be current and at the forefront of new technologies and strategies, examining opportunities for business improvement.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors in STEM

5+ years of hands on experience in design, development and validation of PC software using C#, Java, C++, Javascript

2+ years of experience with test-driven development.

2+ years of experience leading a team of software developers, supporting product manager and/or scrum masters with preparation of execution plans.

Additional Qualifications

Knowledge on UML for software design

Understanding of version/configuration control concepts and the need for accurate tracking of software updates and releases

Experience in XML including in-depth knowledge of XML schemas

Strong understanding of SDLC process and Agile/XP

Capacity to listen, understand and synthesize end-user requirements in a multi-cultural environment and global teams operating in different time zones

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Experience with developing COTS software

Understanding of utility / SCADA communication protocols concepts, networking and interaction between Intelligent Electronic Devices will be an asset

Experience with industrial applications will be an asset

Organized ability to multi-task and stay organized

High energy, self-starter, with a proven track record in delivering results.

Knowledge of Delphi

Establishes a sense of urgency to complete tasks in an efficient, timely and effective manner

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Prior experience in engineering, testing and instrumentation

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $110,500.00 and 165,800.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: 10% AIP

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position