Software Developer-Equipment

Job Description:

Alpine, an ITW company, is a leading provider of building component software, equipment, and the industry’s best service to component manufacturers.  Partnering with our customers, we help to improve their businesses and make them more productive.  We are a leader in delivering software solutions to the construction industry to increase profitability. 

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

In this role, you'll join an Agile Scrum team responsible for building and working on applications within Alpine’s suite of software products. The Senior Software Developer will lead and participate in all areas of development including design, coding, and testing in collaboration with the team.

Core Responsibilities:

• Work with an Agile Scrum team to develop, test, and maintain web and desktop-based applications
• Collaborate with Product Owners and Software Development Managers to help translate business needs into technical requirements and actions.
• Mentor and encourage the use of best practices, application of Computer Science fundamentals and facilitate collaboration within the team
• Prepare software documentation including technical diagrams and manuals on the design, use and operation of the software
• Develop automated unit tests for applications according to company standards
• Analyze and provide solutions to complex technical problems and projects
• Participate in peer review sessions of solutions and related code, ensure software quality throughout the complete SDLC

Competencies:

• Team skills - Collaborate with the team as needed. Able to gain trust from their team, peers, and senior leadership. Provide technical leadership and act as a buddy to new employees.
• Communication - Able to communicate in a clear, concise manner. Able to engage with peers, managers and senior leadership.
• Adaptability – The ability to adapt to unexpected changes or new demands while working on projects or routine coding solutions.
• Analytical – The ability to discover, interpret, and communicate meaningful patterns and separate into logical components or elements.
• Continuous Learning - Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.                                                 
• Innovation – Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
• Influence – Apply constructive persuasion and negotiation techniques to influence decisions that are mutually beneficial

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Computer Science or Engineering related fields
• 2+ years’ experience as a Software Developer
• Knowledge and proven experience with various Development Methodologies and Frameworks such as Agile and Scrum
• Advanced understanding of the development lifecycle using Agile with Scrum/Kanban and able to coach/mentor others on the lifecycle 
• Proficiency with three or more of the following programming languages (expert in 2): C++, C#, JavaScript, PHP, Python, SQL, Ruby, Java, HTML
• Proficiency in one or more RDBMS or NoSQL data platforms
• Solid understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
• Understanding and application of SOLID design principles
• Able to analyze and generate solutions to complex problems with assistance
• Make recommendations and outline pros/cons
• Implement action plan with help
• Mentor and collaborate with the team as needed
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills

Additional Information

ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.