Performs highly complex design, development, testing, documentation, code review and analysis of various software applications, and implements technical solutions that satisfy business requirements for function, performance, security, and maintainability. Incorporates a detailed understanding of internal and industry solutions to analyze business requirements and functional specifications at broad organizational levels; assists in planning technical infrastructure and strategy. Meets with stakeholders to determine software requirements. Performs gap analysis and documents findings. Focuses on highly complex product enhancements and develops solutions for highly complex issues, including new and existing items. Plays a vital role in the integration of developed software to user interfaces and data. Provides highly technical leadership, direction, and design expertise to extend CDK’s full solutions suite and develop new features. Mentors others and fosters collaboration and innovation
Essential Functions
Participate in the development lifecycle with a focus on developing new features and functionalities for large-scale enterprise software solutions, encompassing service layers, integration, user interfaces and data
Provide technical leadership, direction, and design expertise to CDK Global’s networking and telephony service and product development teams; influence and innovate creative solutions; serve as technical SME and mentor
Technically document software deliverables through use cases, design documents, and technical specifications
Evaluate requirements and initial mock-ups, make technology recommendations that support optimal construction, maintenance, and performance
Propose product enhancements and the adoption of new features,
Create, design, and write high-quality software. Make recommendations on how software features and functionality can best be utilized by the end-user.
Define data architecture; integrate work with web portal
Assess new issues and take ownership of establishing protocol for problem resolution
Directs and guides clients through resolution of technical issues
Attends training courses as required and stay abreast of evolving internal processes and industry developments
Applies problem-solving skills to provide customer support to resolve escalations
Works in a team environment; serve as technical resource and mentor
Provides other ad hoc support and duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with at least 8 years of programming experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 5 years of programming experience; OR in lieu of a bachelor’s degree at least 10 years of direct programming experience
Programming and design experience
Experience with Javascript, Typescript, Node.js, JSON, JSON Docs, JSON Schema, AWS, AWS containers & Kubernetes, and cloud development.
Proficient database skills, Examples: SQL, SQL Schemas, NoSQL environments; Amazon RDS, DynamoDB, and Lambdas.
Ability to technically document software deliverables through use cases, design documents, and technical specifications
Proficient with test-driven development and web template technologies
Experience utilizing Agile and Scrum software development methodologies
Ability to document, track and monitor a problem/issue to a timely resolution
Ability to design components for scale, performance, and experience
Knowledge of operating systems
Collaborative problem-solving ability and self-motivated
Action-oriented and results-focused
Strong influencing skills; strong verbal and written communication skills along with prioritization of duties
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