A Software Developer Engineer at Vertex will be pivotal in developing and scaling a robust, multi-cloud SaaS platform that efficiently distributes our products across multiple cloud providers. This role requires leveraging containerization to improve product performance, quality, exploit new market opportunities, and unveil potential revenue streams.

This position is responsible for a broad spectrum of projects from engineering cloud-based solutions to design and implementation of new application features and functionality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Architect, design, code, unit test, fully implement and deliver application features with highest quality and security to prevent unauthorized access / use
Create modular, scalable, testable, tested, performant sub systems which interface via well- defined end points using software engineering best practices such as unit testing, TDD, design patterns
Implement, test, maintain and support software, based on technical design specifications
Prepare technical design specifications based on functional requirements and analysis documents
Review functional requirements, analysis and design documents and provide feedback
Assist with triage and resolution of issues from customers and internal users
Provide rotation on-call support, triage, postmortem.
Work independently to plan, prioritize, and complete high complex critical priority work assignments, as a member of a project team
Participate in and/or lead architecture and code reviews
Promote Continuous Improvement by identifying process in efficiencies and quality improvements
Lead or participate in other projects or duties as assigned
Provide guidance to and mentor more junior team members
Will work under minimal supervision
Occasional travel required.
Participate in other projects or duties.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Skilled in working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment, ability to partake in and contribute to technical, design and retrospective dialog
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, passionate about learning and applying new technologies
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, strong client service focus
Able to identify root cause of system issues and determine short- and long-term resolutions
Thorough understanding of design patterns, functional and object-oriented programming, DI / AOP frameworks, asynchronous and event-driven design, well versed in testing methodologies, experience writing unit and functional tests
Advanced full stack coding skills in Java or C# required, Golang, TypeScript, JSON / XML, Java Spring, REST, Web Services, Web Frontend frameworks (e.g. React), Containers (Docker), message queues, and AWS and Azure cloud technologies.
Understanding of cloud native technologies (Kubernetes, Helm) and CI/CD tools (eg GitHub actions, artifactory, ArgoCD). Familiar with CNCF related projects.
Understanding of databases - relational and NoSQL, experience with Postgres SQL, SQL Server, writing advanced SQL, T-SQL or similar, query optimization
Strong analysis and design skills, SOA, SaaS application development, AWS/Azure development expertise, expertise with security technologies such as OpenID and OAuth, expertise Elastic Stack or proven ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to listen and understand information and communicate the same.
Must possess good organizational skills.
Must possess good and proactive documentation skills.
Must be results oriented, customer focused, and exhibit good interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft office packages.
Sufficient knowledge of business communications, including telephone, voicemail, and e-mail and operations of office machines, such as photocopier, scanner, and fax.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

B.S. in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
Six (6) plus years of experience in application development with at least 3 in cloud environments
Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Other Qualifications

The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.

Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.
Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.
Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.
Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.
Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.

COMMENTS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.