Software Engineer - OAKBROOK TERRACE, United States - Exelon Corporation

    Exelon Corporation
    Exelon Corporation OAKBROOK TERRACE, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description

    We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

    Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

    We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

    In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

    Are you in?

    PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

    Perform activities relating to designing, building, testing, implementing and maintaining software, solutions, products and processes under the guidance of a Sr. Engineer, Scrum Master, Project Manager or Manager. Provide IT teams and business personnel with technology solutions by weighing advantages of technology standards, market availability of products, risks and benefits of technology to meet business/IT needs. May assist in the coordination of tasks for subordinates. Independence level: Works under general supervision. The role will be centered on the development and improvement of new and existing features. Additionally, you will participate in peer code reviews, advocate for standard development methodologies, and participate in an inclusive, energetic and highly cross-functional team. The role encompasses design, implementation, and testing to ensure building products right and release them with high quality.

    *Candidate for this role must reside in the Chicago & suburban area. No relocation is available for this opportunity*


    PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

    • Analyze, improve, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain both new and existing solutions that meet established business requirements, in accordance with IT development standards. Contribute to project technical architecture design and development. Solutions may include but are not limited to the development of various types of applications, web, mobile app, full stack or integrations hosted on premises data centers or in the cloud. Develop automated Unit tests and/or automated UI tests. (45%)
    • Engage with business and IT partners to ensure business needs are satisfied with practical, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Writes product specifications and design documentation for assigned system components. (25%)
    • Collaborate with other project teams or IT partners to coordinate delivery of solutions and minimize technology risk (10%)
    • Actively engage with development team lead on progress, status and issues pertaining to assigned deliverables (10%)
    • Enhance knowledge of and compliance with preferred technologies, methodologies, standards and policies. Maintain technical knowledge and business acumen within own discipline or function. Strong debugging and problem-solving skills; participate in peer code reviews. (5%)
    • Participate in IT architecture review and standards setting. Assist in the development of white papers, conducting presentations as needed to explain why a technology is being recommended by IT (5%)


    JOB SCOPE

    Develop and maintain deep knowledge of technology and its application across our business areas or for our customers Promote knowledge via seminars, presentations and publications within IT and Exelon Participate in technological innovation to drive new business opportunities and solve complex business problems Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.

    Qualifications

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor's degree (ex: Computer Science or related discipline) and 2 - 5 years of relevant experience (programming technologies) or minimum 6 - 9 years of relevant combination of education and work experience in lieu of degree.
    • Demonstrates strong software development capabilities coupled with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
    • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills with self-motivation to achieve success in a rapidly evolving environment.
    • Excellent communications skills - Able to effectively communicate highly technical information in non-technical terminology (written and verbal).
    • Strong knowledge of Operating Systems - Windows, Solaris or Linux Programming Languages
    • Familiar with 1-2 languages/frameworks (e.g. Java, .Net. C#, html, Angular, typescript, etc.)
    • Database: Familiar with Relational Databases and understands basic design techniques, ACID properties, and transactions, can write simple, select statements to retrieve information from the database.
    • APIs: Able to write code to consume APIs and can create new API based on the design provided by a senior Engineer
    • Troubleshooting: Perform basic independent troubleshooting by looking through logs and can investigate and fix simple code issues. May require help to troubleshoot complex issues.


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Prior experience developing software requirements, designing conceptual data models & system architecture, and user interfaces, is a major plus
    • Master's degree in CS (or equivalent field) plus 3 years of relevant experiences
    • Experience with Agile software development and test-driven development
    • Experience in automated testing including unit testing, UI testing and functional testing
    • Demonstrated understanding of what makes good software design, a deeper understanding of programming languages, and an ability to solve engineering problems of increasing difficulty.
    • Shows initiative beyond pure implementation.
    • Experience building highly scalable applications Experience working with SCRUM, Kanban or other Agile development environments
    • Self-motivated and able to prioritize and manage workload and meet critical project milestones and deadlines
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and collaboration skills
    • Energetic Works well with team
    • Curious and eager to learn more
    Benefits
    • Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $82,400-$123,600
    • Annual bonus and incentive pay up to 10%
    • 401(k) match and annual company contribution
    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Life and disability insurance
    • Generous paid time off, including vacation, floating and fixed holidays and sick time
    • Maternity leave as well as paid bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child or to care for an ill family member, as applicable (eligibility based on position)
    • Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
    • Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement
    • Referral bonus program
    • And much more