Senior SWE

id1019 ge vernova electrification software uk

📍 edinburgh united kingdom🕐 1mo ago🔗 workday

Job Description

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll be responsible for providing technical leadership and designing, developing, and evolving of world leading Grid Software products that enable the analysis and management of real-time data. As part of the team, you will develop innovative algorithms and architectures that solve real-world problems and be responsible for software lifecycle including activities such as requirement analysis, documentation/procedures, and implementation. **Job Description** =================== **Roles and Responsibilities** ------------------------------ * Provide technical leadership in defining, developing, and evolving software within a fast-paced Agile development environment. * Contribute to the development of software and data delivery platforms using reusable, scalable components. * Guide developers in planning and execution using Agile methodologies such as Scrum. * Work closely with Support and QA teams to resolve defects and maintain software quality. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, support product design, define specifications, and deliver implementations. * Partner with technical writers to create and maintain high-quality documentation. * Analyse complex technical requirements and translate them into effective development tasks. * Mentor team members and promote best practices in software engineering. * Continuously evaluate new technologies and approaches to improve software solutions. * Deliver high-quality solutions while balancing competing priorities and project commitments. **Essential Responsibilities** ------------------------------ * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a STEM discipline. * Demonstrated commercial software development experience, typically gained over 4+ years. * Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals, including: * Data structures * Algorithms * Object-Oriented Design * Software Design Patterns * Strong experience with: * Java * Spring / Spring Boot * Experience developing Microservices and Web Services (REST/SOAP). * Experience with containerisation technologies including: * Docker * Kubernetes * Helm * Programming experience in C and/or Python. * Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments. * Strong problem-solving and organisational skills. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to mentor and support junior engineers. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. * Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and the ability to deliver with minimal supervision. **Qualifications / Requirements** --------------------------------- * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics). * Minimum 4 years of commercial software development experience. * Strong knowledge of Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot. * Experience with Microservices architecture. * Experience with REST and SOAP web services. * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. * Programming knowledge of C and/or Python. * Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns. * Experience working in Agile development environments. * Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and influence technical decisions. **Desirable Experiences** ------------------------- * Master's Degree or PhD in Computer Science. * Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux-based software development. * Experience developing software within the Energy sector, including: * Energy Management * Oil & Gas * Power & Water * Certified Scrum Master and/or Product Owner certification. * Knowledge of current technology trends and emerging software technologies. * Experience evaluating technology choices and their business impact. * Understanding of competitor technologies and industry trends. * Passion for continuous learning, innovation, and mentoring others. * Experience driving technical improvements and influencing engineering best practices. ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** No