The Lead SW Engineer will be working to develop and deliver required product features for
utilities/tools used in HVDC project development and deployment, working together with
engineers based in HVDC Stafford/UK and other locations. The role is accountable
for business critical NPI software development to meet product requirements and
timelines for future commercial HVDC projects.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Design, develop and implement backend/frontend software based on existing utility/tool frameworks
Integrate software packages with existing systems and sub-systems.
Prepare unit test and regression test specification, packages and templates.
Support/execute software release testing
Interact with a multi-discipline engineering team to meet the project requirements throughout its life cycle.
Prepare formal and informal engineering documentation (e.g. Design
documents, code reviews, Release reports)
Apply knowledge of best practices and how own area / modules integrates with others
Ability to use technical experience and analytical thinking.
Ability to act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Technology or Engineering.
Minimum of 6 years of hands-on SW development experience
In-depth knowhow in modern microservice architectures and component development, including tools/technologies like Kafka, Java Spring, Docker containers and Kubernetes
Experience in database such as nosql database, time series database, postgre, etc..
Basic knowledge on JavaSwings
Exposure to frond end technologies such as React JC, Anugular, Node JS.
Experience in developing HTML/JavaScript based HMIs
Extensive experience in working with Java and Python
Familiarity with modern cybersecurity constructs (e.g. Static Analysis, Digital Signatures etc.)
Familiar with Agile-SW development practices
Experienced user Jira and Confluence for task management and documentation
Exposure to Embedded C/C++, Matlab/Simulink (and/or other auto-coded controls software)
Strong can-do attitude and energy level
Knowledge of Predix Edge technology stack preferred