Software Engineer

Employees in this job function are responsible for designing, developing, testing and maintaining software applications and products to meet customer needs. They are involved in the entire software development lifecycle including designing software architecture, writing code, testing for quality and deploying the software to meet customer requirements. Full-stack software engineering roles, who can develop all components of software including user interface and server side also fall within this job function. Key Responsibilities Engage with customers to deeply understand their use-cases, pain points, and requirements, showcasing empathy and advocating for user-centric software solutionsSolve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering using various tools, languages, frameworks, methodologies (like agile) and technologiesAssess the requirements of the software application or service and determine the most suitable technology stack, integration method, deployment strategy, etc.Create high-level software architecture designs that outline the overall structure, components, and interfaces of the applicationCollaborate with cross functional teams like product owners, designers, architects etc.Define and implement software test strategy, guidelines, policies and processes in line with organization vision, industry regulations and market best practices.Work on continuously improving performance and optimizing the application and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiencyFamiliar with programming practices, such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous deliverySupport security practices to safeguard user data including encryption and anonymization.Create user-friendly and interactive interfacesDevelop and maintain back-end applications like APIs and microservices using server-side languagesEvaluate and incorporate emerging technologies and capabilities to deliver their solutions, and are monitoring and participating in solutions for new stack layers, often involving industry collaboration Skills Required Jira, Java Skills Preferred 8+ years of experience with Atlassian suite of tools, primarily JIRA, Atlassian Analytics and Confluence both a configuration standpoint and customization aspect5+ years of experience with Agile software development/FLOW Framework. Utilize your knowledge of Agile principles to ensure Atlassian solutions support iterative development and continuous improvement.Proficient experience utilizing JavaScript, JSP, SQL, Python and other programming languages. You will possess a diverse skillset to address various technical challenges.Excellent scripting skills (e.g., Python, Groovy) to automate workflows and integrations including plugins.Familiar with Configuration Management and CI Tools, such as Jenkins, SonarQube, Maven etc. Integrate Atlassian solutions with your existing development toolchain for a seamless workflow.Experience with integrating Atlassian products with other enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, ERP) is a plus.Experience integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with Jira to enable intelligent ticket classification, summarization, recommendation systems, and conversational interfaces.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot Atlassian related issues.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Collaborate closely with different working streams and engineers. Maintain strong communication and understanding of cross-functional team needs to ensure Atlassian solutions align with broader business objectives.Ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps and get things done in a rapidly changing environment. You will be a problem-solver who can navigate evolving requirements and adapt solutions as needed.Ability to plan, prioritize, and support multiple concurrent projects. Manage your workload effectively and deliver results on time. Experience Required Engineer 2 Exp.: Practitioner: 1 coding language or framework. 4+ years in IT; 3+ years in development Experience Preferred Design and implement Atlassian solutions (Jira Service Management, Jira Software, Jira Work Management, Confluence) tailored to the specific needs of Product Development, Manufacturing and Quality management processes.Configure and customize Jira products to automate processes, improve efficiency, and enhance user experience for all stakeholders involved in quality management.Experience working within the automotive manufacturing industry and a strong understanding of quality management processes.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. .Integrating functional AI capabilities into Atlassian tools, including the use of machine learning models to enhance automation, analytics, and decision-making.Integrate Atlassian products with CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless flow of information between development and operations teams.Perform data migration from one Atlassian environment to another, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption.Confluence Implementation: Create new spaces for users, define permissions, and maintain a well-organized knowledge base.Perform administration, development and support integrating with JIRA and its add-ons: Develop custom workflows, scripts, and automations to enhance JIRA functionality and leverage add-ons to extend its capabilities.Timely and cost-effective implementation: Focus on delivering solutions that meet business needs within budget and time constraints.Develop and maintain Architecture Artifacts, business capability models, Process Models, Application Integration Model, Data Models etc.Document process diagrams, Common Built Intent Diagram, Technical design decisions, System integrations, and future state considerations to ensure a clear understanding and maintainability of the Atlassian ecosystem. Education Required Bachelor's Degree Education Preferred Master's Degree Additional Info At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet . We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories . Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra . We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way. We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years ! FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused . We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest . Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies. Benefits Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include: Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)VisionPersonal Time Off (PTO) ProgramLong Term Disability (100% paid)Life Insurance (100% paid)401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture. FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 , 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023! 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