Software Engineer III

• Creates, tests, documents, deploys, and supports software applications for multiple products and platforms
• Supports software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; and following the software development lifecycle
• Performs coding, debugging, unit testing, troubleshooting and modification of product software
• Participates in efforts to identify and implement best practices and data standards for the division. Ensures that services are supported, monitored, and maintained throughout the life cycle
• Creates and maintains documentation for supported services
• Troubleshoots performance issues and partners with other teams and vendors to implement improvements
• Other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of systems development lifecycle and industry best practices
• Knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems
• Skill in software integration
• Skill in advising groups on systems, networks, software, applications, and security issues
• Ability to design, document, test, create, or modify computer programs Ability to apply systems analysis techniques and procedures

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

Specialized Contributor Level 3 - A senior-level role requiring broad understanding of the profession or field of work. Independently leads diverse and often complex assignments, projects, or programs. May act as a mentor and guide less experienced staff.

Additional Details

This role supports a highly regulated Financial Aid environment and requires the ability to maintain and enhance existing systems while meeting tight deadlines. Strong, clear, and timely communication skills are essential.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working with legacy COBOL applications, SQL, and Oracle databases; supporting daily batch workflows using Linux scripting; and coordinating vendor-delivered system updates. Experience with

financial aid systems is highly desirable, as is exposure to Java/Spring Boot-based web applications, Git version control, and HTML/CSS customization.