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# Software Engineer - Tax Product Development

- **Company:** BDO USA, LLP
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Software Quality, Code Review, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Database Schema, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Web Development, Github, Design of User Interfaces, Monitoring of Systems, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Human-Computer Interaction, Transport Layer, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Windows PowerShell, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Power BI, Cloud Services, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Tax Compliance Software, Web Applications, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Azure Powershell, Technical Debt, AngularJS, Information Technology, Low-code, Cosmos DB, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Serverless Computing, Powerapps
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-software-engineer-tax-product-development-chicago-il--d1505da0-b005-4f03-8cae-cf15cdcd8cac

## About the Role

* Bachelor''s degree required; with a focus in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Finance, or Accounting with preferred

Experience:

 * Five (5) or more years of hands-on experience with building web-based apps using front-end and full stack skills utilizing C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, TypescriptReact, or similar), required
 * Five (5) or more years of experience in software development supporting or troubleshooting applications and cloud products, required
 * Five (5) or more years of experience with developing stored procedures and database schemas utilizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos or other NOSQL, preferred
 * Two (2) or more years of experience designing and automating CI/CD/DevOps Pipelines, preferred
 * Two (2) or more years of experience working with Microsoft Azure and Azure Portal, preferred
 * Experience with scripting tools; PowerShell, Graph API, Azure CLI, preferred
 * Experience with Monitoring Tools; App Monitoring, App Insights, PowerBI, preferred
 * Proficient in applying software engineering and object-oriented programming principles, preferred
 * Experience with software design, algorithms, data structures, data modeling, and design patterns, preferred
 * Experience writing clean code, participating in code reviews, and minimizing technical debt, preferred
 * Understanding of Agile solution development, preferred
 * Experience analyzing business requirements and process design, preferred
 * Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Administration and Project Operations, preferred
 * Proficient in SharePoint development, including SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and front-end web development, preferred
 * Experience with low-code platforms, such as Power Apps, preferred

License/Certifications:

 * Microsoft MTA / MCSD, Azure Fundamentals (Az-900), or Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, preferred
 * Other Certifications in Microsoft, Azure MTA / MCSD, preferred

Software:

 * Experience with the following products, preferred:
 * Microsoft Office Suite
 * Microsoft Visual Studio
 * Microsoft Azure Dev Ops or GitHub
 * Microsoft SQL Server and/or Azure SQL DB
 * Microsoft Power BI and PowerApps
 * Azure functions
 * HTTP Debug Tools

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

 * Strong verbal and written communication skills
 * Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills
 * Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details
 * Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
 * Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
 * Ability to work well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner
 * Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of employees and management
 * Ability to interact and build relationships and consensus among people
 * Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the software development industry
 * Strong information technology architectural and design skills
 * Solid project management and leadership skills to effectively act as technical lead on large projects
 * Ability to consistently produce clean code and adhere to appropriate documentation standards

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography., Accounting, Agile Programming Methodologies, Algorithms, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Best Practices, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Database Technology, Debugging Tools, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, DevOps, Documentation Standards, Finance, Geography, GitHub, HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol), High Tech Industry, Information Architecture, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Application, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, MCSD - Microsoft Certified Solution Developer, MTA, Management Strategy, Mathematics, Mentoring, Microsoft Active Server Page (ASP), Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Certifications, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SQL Server,
Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, NoSQL, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Software, People Management, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Product Development, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Regulatory Compliance, Release Management/Engineering, Requirements Management, Retirement Plan, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), SQL Databases, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Service Delivery, Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Architecture Design, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Stored Procedures, Sustainability, Tax Accounting, Tax Software, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, Unit Test, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Programming, Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills

## Description

The Senior Software Engineer (Senior) plays a crucial role in designing and implementing highly advanced features and solutions that support the Tax practice and delivery of Tax services to clients. The Senior contributes as a lead developer and key member in an Agile team to design, develop, and implement innovative tax products and solutions to address complex and evolving business needs. This role requires effective collaboration with other team members, while also providing mentorship and guidance to junior developers and peers., * Designs, develops, and tests software solutions using advanced web and cloud-based technologies and frameworks

 * Applies modern software engineering principles across the entire software lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, unit testing, code reviews, DevOps, defect remediation, troubleshooting, and release management, with a focus on scalability and performance
 * Reviews and analyzes complex business requirements to provide technical feasibility and estimates, collaborating closely with leads, business teams, clients, and other functional groups to deliver high-quality software products
 * Mentors junior engineers to enhance code quality and performance, while adhering to software engineering standards and compliance and providing guidance on best practices
 * Escalates critical issues to management, and implements strategies for timely resolution, proactively identifying potential risks and mitigation plans
 * Formulates advanced strategies, and develops proposals for software design and architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives
 * Other duties as required


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