Software Engineer II - Bentonville, United States - Rocket Software

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing


Job Description Summary:
The Software Engineer-II designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools. Determines software's compatibility with hardware and/or influences software's design in relation to hardware.


Position Reports to:
Manager, Software Engineering


Position:
Software Engineer II

About Rocket Software

Thousands of companies around the world depend on Rocket to solve their most challenging business problems by helping them run their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data, as well as extending the value of these assets to take advantage of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and other future innovations.

From banking, insurance, retailers, and transportation, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems we interact with every day. At Rocket, software has always been about people—not just ones and zeroes.

We're people solving problems for other people, and we strive to treat our customers, partners, and fellow Rocketeers with humanity.

Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is work from home company headquartered in Waltham, MA, with offices around the world.

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team of world-class global software engineers in the Db2 for z/OS and IBM mainframe space who have been recognized as experts by their industry peers.

You will be part of Rocket Software's dynamic team of domain experts who work at a fast pace and who expect the best from their team.

As a member of the software engineering team, you will be part of a group who lead the industry providing first class Db2 utilities and tools to the market.

You will be immersed in the technology and quickly become a part of the next generation of Db2 for z/OS and mainframe experts that lead this technology into the future.

A Software Engineer II designs, develops, troubleshoots, services, and debugs software systems.

In this role, you will develop software tools and utilities that help the IBM Db2 for z/OS database run more efficiently.

As part of Rocket Software's engineering team, you will be responsible for adhering to corporate policies regarding research and development processes, standards, and automation.

You will work within a team, virtually or face to face, to identify areas for improvement and add your input to process improvements and the creation of new practices.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Works under limited direction of a manager and/or team lead to implement software enhancements and correct defects within the IBM Db2 Utilities Suite for z/OS
Works well in a team; team oriented, collaborative, accountable, dependable
Writes self-verifying test cases that can be reused in a regression test suite
Documents and communicates on technical topics without direction
Exercises self-directed learning of the application subject matter
Uses Agile development methodologies
Understands hardware and software systems
Exercises curiosity


Required Qualifications:
Good understanding of computer science fundamentals such as algorithms and data structures
Minimum of 2 years of software engineering experience
Proven track record of software development in the real world
Proficient in one or more programming languages
Ability to write clear technical documents
Reliable and accountable for one's work
Team player demonstrating the Rocket values of trust, empathy, humanity, and love


Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient with PL/I, PLX
Knowledge of assembler
Comfortable with operating system and database architecture concepts of locking, parallelism, and multi-tasking
Knowledge of Db2 for z/OS and utilities
Comfortable working with SQL


Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent


Location:
Bentonville AR, USA


Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information technology or related field


Travel Requirements:

Information Security:
Information security is everyone's responsibility.

A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work.

Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.

Job Family Group:
Engineering

Job Family:
Software & Quality Assurance Engineering

Job Profile Name:
Software Engineer P2

Employee Type:
Individual Contributor


Job Level:
P2 (Developing)

The base salary range for this role is $81, $101,458.75 /year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

What Rocket Software can offer you in


USA:
Extensive paid time off programs (paid holidays, sick, and unlimited vacation time)
Healthcare coverage options to fit you (and your family's) needs
Retirement savings, with matching contributions by Rocket Software
Life and disability coverage
Leadership and skills training opportunities
Two paid work days for off-site training

Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call:

or send an email to We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us

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