Software Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you ready to join a growing team?

CTG is seeking to fill a Software Engineer II opening for our client in Buffalo, NY.

Location: Buffalo, NY
Duration: 12 months

Overview:

• Provides designs, specifies information systems solutions, and delivers highly technical direction in the development of new or existing applications to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements

• Serves as a principal application designer for major modifications, effectively using analytical and technical skills and available technology and tools to evaluate client requirements and processes

• Delivers solutions that are technologically sound

• May complete day-to-day support activities and special projects

• Often directs and monitors the activities of less experienced personnel

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design, and development

• Serve as a key individual contributor on complex projects

• Maintain a thorough understanding of supported applications

• Direct and monitor less experienced developers; coordinate development tasks

• Prepare and manage technical components of project plans

• Participate in technical analysis through user acceptance testing

• Execute test plans, perform debugging, and review test data

• Analyze interrelationships and dependencies among programs, applications, and platforms

• Provide technical consulting and leadership on strategic IT initiatives

• Prepare technical specifications and system documentation

• Create visual aids such as charts and diagrams for analysis

• Develop detailed project assessments, including tasks and timeframes

• Ensure efficient operation of applications

• Recommend new technology or process improvements

• Lead or participate in vendor software evaluations

• Follow development standards and procedures

• Maintain understanding of the business, its functions, and strategy

• Assist with budgeting and financial planning for IT projects

• Uphold company risk and regulatory standards and ensure timely audit compliance

• Promote diversity and uphold internal control standards

• Perform other related duties, including leading due diligence, cost/benefit analysis, or business studies

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Technology Team Lead

• Competent to work independently on all high-level systems analysis and technical development phases

• May manage project activities for efforts of varying scope and serve as a lead on project teams

• Regularly interacts with senior management, technology teams, business clients, and vendors

• May serve as a technical representative on special committees and projects

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

• May lead and monitor activities of junior personnel on projects

• Provides technical oversight and mentorship as required

Education and Experience Required:

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree and 5 years of systems analysis/application development experience, or a combined minimum of 7 years higher education and/or relevant work experience including 5 years development experience

• Familiarity with application development platforms and related software/hardware

• Proficiency with PCs, project management tools, word processing, and spreadsheet software

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation abilities

• Experience coordinating efforts between business and technology teams

• Demonstrated success in recommending and implementing technical solutions

• Ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Understanding of the Bank's application framework

• Subject matter expertise in supported applications/systems

• Advanced understanding of integrated/interfacing applications

• Strong autonomy and multitasking ability across complex project components

• Action-oriented and proactive work style

• Ability to work beyond standard BAU efforts on strategic initiatives

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Jamie Robinson at Jamie.Robinson@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!