Software Developer

Link Technologies is seeking a Software Development Architect for a well-established client in Scottsdale, AZ. Established in 2000, Link Technologies has provided professional services in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering, Business Support, Project Management, and Cyber Security/Information Assurance to some of America's top Corporations and Government Agencies at the Federal, State, and Local level. 

The primary responsibility of the Software Engineer II is to work with cross functional teams in business value-driven projects and focus on delivering application development and integration. The Software Engineer II is responsible for creating, defining system scope and objectives and developing solutions for complex system problems to meet business objectives and customer needs. The Software Engineer II is frequently called upon to contribute to project plans and technical architecture design. When assigned to projects, the Software Engineer II fully understands project scope, objectives, and timelines and helps explain them to business staff and systems engineering staff. Development work involves technical analysis, systems design, software development and system integration. Maintenance work involves technical problem resolution, and maintenance of system documentation. The Software Engineer II acts as an individual contributor on a high level, a technical expert and a business systems provider. The Software Engineer II mentors less experienced personnel. The Software Engineer II contributes to the development of new principles and concepts in a specific discipline and will develop solutions to complex problems.

Responsibilities:

• Implement custom development and/or systems integration projects.
• Partner with business users to gather requirements, write functional and technical specifications and communicating technical requirements.
• Develop software solutions according to defined application requirements.
• Adhere to SDLC, and Project Governance internal and regulatory (Sarbanes Oxley & Casino Regulatory Authority) guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.

Key Processes:

• Design technical specifications, develop and maintain web and middle tier applications, analyzing and troubleshooting processes.
• Translate business requirements and functional specifications into logical program designs, code modules, stable application systems, and software solutions.
• Develop, configure and modifying complex integrated business and/or enterprise application solutions within various computing environments.
• Facilitate the implementation and maintenance of complex business and enterprise software solutions to ensure successful deployment of released applications.
• Consistent and regular attendance including on-call availability on a rotational basis, is an essential function of this job
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 21+ years of age
• Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States
• B.S. in Computer Science, Business, or related field of study or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 4 years’ experience performing in all phases of the software development life cycle.
• Minimum 3 years of experience developing .NET applications in C# using Microsoft technologies and frameworks like  SQL Server, ASP.NET MVC, WCF, Entity Framework and ASP.NET Web API 
• Experience in Unit testing and mocking.
• Proven experience in SQL Server - writing stored procedures, queries and triggers.
• Database design experience including knowledge of data normalization, referential integrity, and indexing.
• Working knowledge of SDLC.
• Ability to comprehend and implement detailed project specifications as well as the ability to adapt to various technologies and simultaneously work on multiple projects.
• Good understanding of Object Oriented Design and standard design patterns
• Minimum 3 years of industry standard systems analysis techniques including data modeling, process modeling, data flow diagramming, Unified Modeling Language UML.
• Familiar with Version Management tool such as SVN, VSS, and TFS etc.
• Requires strong documentation skills as well as creativity and technical understanding in order to put together a sound set of technical deliverables.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to work in an independent manner
• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat fashion utilizing English, both in oral and written form.
• Have interpersonal skills with focused attention to guest needs to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company appearance standards.
• Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

• Work in a fast-paced, results-oriented and ever-changing environment
• Able to maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts
• Maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with guests, management, team members, and outside contacts

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.