Software Developer Lead - Princeton, United States - Educational Testing Service (ETS)

Description

Job Description

For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning. Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.

Our portfolio of trusted measures include TOEFL, TOEIC, GRE and Praxis. Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions - all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.

With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization's global footprint. Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.

Position Summary:

The Lead Applications Software Developer provides high-level technical and analytical leadership to software development teams, manages business analysis activity and oversees software development for external clients. Additionally, the Lead Software Developer contributes a high level of subject matter expertise to the IT department and coordinates the administration of assignments for projects and tasks. The Lead Software Developer champions IT strategic initiatives and brings a degree of awareness to industry trends. This position mentors other software developers.

Responsibilities:

Lead software development groups and teams in change control, issues resolution, requirements management, analysis and design, programming/construction, testing and transition of applications into a production environment

Serve as technical expert on development, coding, testing and debugging stages of application and system integration

Provide a high level of visibility to clients and act as frontline point of contact regarding ETS standards

Formulate and define system scope and objectives for assigned projects

Lead activities and interact with users through all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to assure consistently timely and accurate delivery of business application systems per Service Level Agreements

Develop detailed specifications, application coding, unit and systems testing for the IT department

Examine, devise and modify procedures to solve complex problems that require a deep level of specialization and expertise in regard to existing system capabilities, technological advancement, operating time or the form of desired results

Work with units throughout ETS to facilitate development, validation and delivery of software solutions

Lead the planning and training of internal clients when new applications are launched or new processes are put in place

Lead the collaboration between team members as well as across FCEs/BSUs to identify ways to improve existing processes and technical output

Provide technical and analytical guidance to team members to facilitate the implementation of new technologies

Conduct project tracking activity and walk throughs of software code to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures

Conduct analysis, identification, planning and control of risk management procedures and practices at a departmental level

Promote and institute policies that foster quality standards and industry best practice

Create and update all relevant documentation and specifications for design, development, and testing

Provide recommendandations for improvement to existing processes and procedures

Responsible for staying abreast of all new technological trends, developments and products through participation in professional associations, familiarity with trade journals and professional publications, attendance of relevant conferences, etc.

Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function

Education, Certifications, or Special Licenses:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or equivalent coursework emphasizing an information processing or business-related curricula.

Also possible to have an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired if necessary.

Relevant Years of Experience Required:

Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible software development experience

Other Requirements (Specialized skill sets, behavioral/technical):

Strong programming skills and knowledge of information processing technology

Extensive experience with the most current software engineering standards, practices, methods, tools and trends

Prior experience working with Windows and Unix operating systems

Must be able to demonstrate a proactive approach to problem resolution, attention to detail and the ability to be lead a team-oriented (cross process/function/group) environment

Ingenuity and demonstrated proficiency in developing technical strategies

Ability to interact effectively with all departments and employee levels

Demonstrated ability to develop technical solutions that adhere to corporate business objectives

Ability to work independently on multiple projects

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills are crucial

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ETS believes in a Total Rewards philosophy for our employees, and they include:

• Health, Vision, Dental insurance plans to choose from
• Generous continuous learning support, from individual learning grants to up to 6 classes a year for tuition reimbursement as well as on-line learning access
• Generous PTO and vacation time to balance your work and life
• Additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work
• Retirement plan (401(a)) and traditional Roth (403b) with company contribution
• Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, 1 year subscription to Calm App

ETS is mission driven and action oriented

• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the forefront of the ETS employee's daily work. To further foster an inclusive environment ETS is home to a wide variety of Affinity groups that celebrate the diversity of our talented employees.
• How about cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders? ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you
• Are you passionate about volunteering and being active in your career and community? ETS offers our Center for Advocacy & Philanthropy (CAAP) where we encourage ETS employees to become active volunteers in their communities and schools through the ETS Cares Giving Campaign. Our employees can support any 501c3 or eligible charity of their choice.

ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer comprised of people with different experiences, strengths, and backgrounds who share a passion for advancing quality and equity in education. We are dedicated to building teams that reflect the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of those we serve. The Talent Acquisition team strives to ensure candidates enjoy a fair and equitable hiring process. We believe our differences empower us to be a better team, making better decisions and delivering better results.