Software Engineer II

Description

Are you a Software Engineer  looking to join one of the top companies in the Banking  industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in systems analysis / application development ?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today !

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work onsite  with our client in Buffalo, NY . Interested?

Here's what you'd do :

• Provides designs, specifies information systems solutions, and highly technical direction in the development of new or existing applications to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements.
• Serves as a principal application designer for major modifications, effectively using analytical and technical skills and available technology and tools in the evaluation of client requirements and processes.
• Provides technologically sound solutions.
• May complete day-to-day support activities and special projects.
• Often directs and monitors the activities of less experienced personnel.
• Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design, and development.
• Play a key role as an individual contributor on complex projects.
• Maintain an excellent functional understanding of the supported application(s).
• Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks on small to large scope projects.
• Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.
• Participate with other Development, Operations, and Technology staff in overall systems development direction from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.
• Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans.
• Complete any necessary debugging.
• Evaluate and understand complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications, and platforms.
• Provide highly analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist business units in meeting strategic objectives.
• Prepare thorough, precise technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation.
• Prepare charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems.
• Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff.
• Prepare and review assessments to include necessary tasks, estimated time frames, and effort for any scope project.
• Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications.
• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies.
• May lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software.
• Follow and promote the use of development standards and procedures.
• Maintain a good understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes, operations, and strategic direction.
• May assist in developing expense and capital budgets.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite.
• Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the client's Bank brand.
• Maintain the client's internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points, together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties or projects as necessary, which may include playing a lead role in due diligence, cost / benefit analysis, or business study activities.
• The position works under the supervision of the Technology Team Lead.
• The job holder is competent to work independently on all high-level systems analysis and technical phases of development.
• The position is capable of managing the activities of others on a project basis for small to considerable scope efforts and may lead project activities.
• The job holder monitors staff performance on assigned projects relative to their overall abilities and effectiveness in completing projects within schedules.
• The position interacts with senior management, other technology personnel, clients, and vendors.
• The job holder provides backup to higher management as necessary and may be called on to serve as a technical representative on committees and ad-hoc projects.

Here's what you'll get :

Pay :   $62.19 / hr.

Schedule :   M-F 8 : 00AM-5 : 00PM

Length :   Contract (12 months)

Sounds like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and deliver customized visionary talent solutions that drive the desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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