Principal Software Engineer - IBMi - Rocket Software
San Juan, PR
About the Job
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Job Description Summary:
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of 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.
Job Overview:
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Mastery of software systems
• Proficient at architecture and design of new products, integrations and features
• Proficient at complex programming exercising independence and discretion while working independently
or as part of a team.
• Lead a team on short or long-term projects as needed.
• Act as the technical subject matter expert for a product domain and act as the technical leader within a team.
• Work independently to create new products, new features, implement software enhancements, correct defects.
• Set the direction for design and implementation of software features/functionality, correction of defects
and/or creation of new products
• Documents and communicates on complex technical topics outside the immediate development team
• Interact with customer users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
• History of success working within a team environment
Required Qualifications/Experience
• Typically requires a minimum of 12+ years of related experience
• Excellent architecting, designing and coding skills
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Strong background in IBMi OS on IBM Power Servers
• Proven working experience in PL/1 (Programming Language One) on AS400/IBMi
• Strong experience in RPG (Report Programming Generator)
• Strong experience in CL (Control Language)
• Strong experience with SQL Database (DB2)
• Proficient understanding and experience of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Experience with CI/CD (Jenkins) and build tools
• Conversant with Windows and Unix/Linux OS
• Fluency in English language, both written and spoken excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to deal professionally and collaboratively with all levels of the organization and across geographies.
Preferred Skills/Experience
• Working experience in ANSI C++ and C
• Working experience in Microsoft Visual C++ and Visual Studio
• Working experience in Win32 GUI and MFC programming
• Experience with Win32 Socket programming
• Experience with Windows Schannel API (SSL)
• Experience working on DevOps products/systems
• Working experience with DDS C++ (Data Distribution Service)
• Working experience with SQL Procedures (SQLPROC)
• Conversant with public cloud vendors such as IBM Cloud or AWS
• Thrives in a multi-tasking environment with constantly evolving priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex problems into simple sub problems and then reuse available solutions to implement most of those.
• Ability to design simple systems that can work efficiently without needing much support.
• Agile development methodologies
Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IS, or related technical discipline
+ Advanced degree, such as Master’s in Computer Science, preferred
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Job Family Group: Engineering
Job Family: Software & Quality Assurance Engineering
Job Profile Name: Principal Software Engineer
Employee Type: Individual Contributor
Job Level: P5 (Expert)
Position Reports to: Manager, Software Engineering
The base salary range for this role is $134,929.00 - $168,661.50 /year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
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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
EOE M/F/Vet/Disability. 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: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
#LI-Remote
_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
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 the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands 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 headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts with 31 offices around the world.
Job Description Summary:
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of 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.
Job Overview:
The Principal Software Engineer sets the direction for the design and implementation of software features/functionality/enhancements, correction of defects, and/or the creation of 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Mastery of software systems
• Proficient at architecture and design of new products, integrations and features
• Proficient at complex programming exercising independence and discretion while working independently
or as part of a team.
• Lead a team on short or long-term projects as needed.
• Act as the technical subject matter expert for a product domain and act as the technical leader within a team.
• Work independently to create new products, new features, implement software enhancements, correct defects.
• Set the direction for design and implementation of software features/functionality, correction of defects
and/or creation of new products
• Documents and communicates on complex technical topics outside the immediate development team
• Interact with customer users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
• History of success working within a team environment
Required Qualifications/Experience
• Typically requires a minimum of 12+ years of related experience
• Excellent architecting, designing and coding skills
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Strong background in IBMi OS on IBM Power Servers
• Proven working experience in PL/1 (Programming Language One) on AS400/IBMi
• Strong experience in RPG (Report Programming Generator)
• Strong experience in CL (Control Language)
• Strong experience with SQL Database (DB2)
• Proficient understanding and experience of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Experience with CI/CD (Jenkins) and build tools
• Conversant with Windows and Unix/Linux OS
• Fluency in English language, both written and spoken excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to deal professionally and collaboratively with all levels of the organization and across geographies.
Preferred Skills/Experience
• Working experience in ANSI C++ and C
• Working experience in Microsoft Visual C++ and Visual Studio
• Working experience in Win32 GUI and MFC programming
• Experience with Win32 Socket programming
• Experience with Windows Schannel API (SSL)
• Experience working on DevOps products/systems
• Working experience with DDS C++ (Data Distribution Service)
• Working experience with SQL Procedures (SQLPROC)
• Conversant with public cloud vendors such as IBM Cloud or AWS
• Thrives in a multi-tasking environment with constantly evolving priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex problems into simple sub problems and then reuse available solutions to implement most of those.
• Ability to design simple systems that can work efficiently without needing much support.
• Agile development methodologies
Education:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IS, or related technical discipline
+ Advanced degree, such as Master’s in Computer Science, preferred
#LI-JC1
Job Family Group: Engineering
Job Family: Software & Quality Assurance Engineering
Job Profile Name: Principal Software Engineer
Employee Type: Individual Contributor
Job Level: P5 (Expert)
Position Reports to: Manager, Software Engineering
The base salary range for this role is $134,929.00 - $168,661.50 /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
EOE M/F/Vet/Disability. 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: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
#LI-Remote
_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
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 the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands 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 headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts with 31 offices around the world.
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