The Sr. Software Engineer, Progress 4GL is a critical role within our organization, focused on delivering high-quality software support to our customers and partners.
As a Sr. Software Engineer you Work closely with stakeholders to ensure the sound development of QAD’s software solutions and is expected to facilitate resolution of challenges that arise during development. You will prepare technical documentation and perform unit testing. Under minimal supervision, you will perform professional software engineering functions outlined below. Complex design and programming functions are performed independently. Routinely you serve as a mentor to junior software engineers.
This position is integral to the software engineering process and is expected to be able to take a leadership role within an R&D scrum team.
What you’ll do:
Education / Licenses : A University or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Logistics, Production Operations/Manufacturing Management, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may also be considered.
Experience : 5 plus years of experience in Progress 4GL, Open Edge. Experience from software, manufacturing, distribution, or accounting industry is preferred. Experience using and supporting any ERP (QAD, SAP, Oracle ERP, Ms Dynamics 365) or other business software applications is desired.
Computer skills :Demonstrated ability to continually learn and adapt to new products and technologies. Working knowledge of (elements of) the QAD technology, platform and language stack is required (Progress, Java, Javascript/Typescript, HTML, Unix, …). Good working knowledge of Database Design for designing efficient and performant persistence solutions. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to detail and robust analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Communication skills :Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. This includes the ability to explain complex technical issues in a clear and understandable manner. Strong documentation skills, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information in writing.
Other knowledge :Thorough understanding of (agile) software development methodologies, design, implementation, documentation and quality assurance. Good research, analytical and design skills. Ability to evaluate how business issues may impact overall project plans.
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