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Senior Principal Engineer Applications Development

MercerVisit website ·Posted 5 days ago

Location

IN

About the Role

Role Overview:
As a Senior Principal Engineer at Mercer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable software applications. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Additionally, you will work on the implementation of comprehensive test strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of software products. This hands-on role requires you to work in a team following a Scaled Agile development methodology. You are expected to be a self-starter, delivery-focused, and possess a broad set of technology skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • • Demonstrate technical expertise and leadership in software development and testing.

  • • Design and develop scalable and maintainable software applications, adhering to best practices and coding standards.

  • • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.

  • • Lead the implementation of comprehensive test strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing.

  • • Develop and maintain automated test frameworks, tools, and test scripts to streamline the testing process.

  • • Conduct thorough testing of software applications, analyze test results, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

  • • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

  • • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve software defects.

  • • Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software development and testing.
  • Qualifications Required:

  • • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in Software Engineering, Test Engineering, or a related field.

  • • Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong background in software development and testing.

  • • Proficiency in programming languages such as Javascript (MEAN), C#, or Python, and experience with test automation frameworks.

  • • Solid understanding of software testing principles, techniques, and tools.

  • • Experience with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and tools.

  • • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software products.
  • Additional Company Details:
    Join us at Mercer, where you will have the opportunity to lead innovative engineering initiatives and shape the future of software solutions. We look forward to your application! Role Overview:
    As a Senior Principal Engineer at Mercer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable software applications. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Additionally, you will work on the implementation of comprehensive test strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of software products. This hands-on role requires you to work in a team following a Scaled Agile development methodology. You are expected to be a self-starter, delivery-focused, and possess a broad set of technology skills.

    Key Responsibilities:

  • • Demonstrate technical expertise and leadership in software development and testing.

  • • Design and develop scalable and maintainable software applications, adhering to best practices and coding standards.

  • • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.

  • • Lead the implementation of comprehensive test strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing.

  • • Develop and maintain automated test frameworks, tools, and test scripts to streamline the testing process.

  • • Conduct thorough testing of software applications, analyze test results, and provide detailed reports to stakeholders.

  • • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

  • • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve software defects.

  • • Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software development and testing.
  • Qualifications Required:

  • • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in Software Engineering, Test Engineering, or a related field.

  • • Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong background in software development and testing.

  • • Proficiency in programming languages such as Javascript (MEAN), C#, or Python, and experience with test automation frameworks.

  • • Solid understanding of software testing principles, techniques, and tools.

  • • Experience with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and tools.

  • • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • • Attention to detail and a commitmen
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