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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** STERIS Corporation - **Location:** Vernon Hills, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $108,000.0 - $127,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Static Program Analysis, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Microsoft Foundation Class Library (C++ Libraries), Commercial Software, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Git, Containerization, Information Technology, Maintaining Code, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17609606?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17609606%2FSenior-Software-Engineer-Illinois-Vernon-Hills ## About the Role * Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * 8+ years design and development of software systems for web, mobile, cloud (Azure) and desktop including C#/.Net, Microsoft Full Stack. * 8+ years experience developing commercial software products sold to external businesses (B2B). * Strong understanding of software development principles and design patterns. * Experience with agile development methodologies. * Experience with Git or DevOps version control. * Experience with configuration management, continuous integration(CI), continuous deployment(CD), and automated code analysis tools is desired. Preferred: * Master's degree desired. * Experience with containerization tools is desired. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. Other: * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Strong communication and teamwork abilities. * Working knowledge of MFC, Java, React. ## Description The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for the design, documentation, development, and testing of new and existing Software solutions within the Digital Workflow Solutions Business Unit. You will also be responsible for analyzing product/system-level requirements and translating them into software requirements, as well as the deployment and delivery of specific software features and functionality. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver new features, ensure application performance, and mentor junior engineers. SPM Workflow Solution and Surgical Asset Tracking Software | STERIS, **This is position is located in Vernon Hills, IL with an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. What You'll Do as a Senior Software Engineer * Contributes to cross functional project planning, development, and analysis of product requirements, and proposed solutions. * Refine and refactor the software design based on the system architecture and new product requirements. * Designs, documents, implements, and maintains efficient, reusable, secure, and reliable software code according to corporate and department standards and procedures for new and sustaining engineering projects, maintaining code quality, organization, and automation. * Creates software development process documentation, including requirements, design and interface specifications and verification documentation. * Develops time and effort estimates for features and functions. * Develops and performs unit, integration, and/or system testing of applications as required. * Participates in design reviews to identify issues and provides recommendations for enhancements. * Works independently on routine activities, issues, plans, and larger-scale designs. * Will act as a mentor to junior engineers although not directly responsible for their management. * Identifies bottlenecks and bugs, and devises solutions to these problems. * Reviews and resolves software defect and change requests. * Reviews and approves plans and detailed designs. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)